COVID-19 Information
The U.S. Embassy and consulates continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions in Japan. Case numbers continue to rise throughout the country.
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Japan Bank for International Cooperation Expand...
On January 14, the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) signed a memorandum of understanding to expand their…
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Tokyo (January 13, 2021)
he United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that beginning January 26, 2021, all air travelers to the United States will be…
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Tokyo (January 8, 2021)
Japan continues to experience a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with nearly 70 percent of untraceable origin, straining health care capacity in many areas. To…
Diversity is Key for the U.S. Diplomatic Corps
One of the many ways the State Department cultivates an environment of diversity is through the Thomas R. Pickering Fellowship Program and the Charles B.…
Health Alert – December 28, 2020
To contain the spread of COVID-19, the Government of Japan will reimplement strict travel regulations barring most foreign entry into Japan effective Monday, December 28.
Health Alert – December 22, 2020
The U.S. Embassy and consulates continue to monitor closely COVID-19 conditions in Japan. Case numbers continue to rise throughout the country. Several areas, including Tokyo,…
NASA Names 18 Astronauts to Train for Artemis Moon Landings
Eighteen astronauts — nine men and nine women — have been selected to begin training for upcoming Artemis missions to the moon, NASA announced. The…
Press Release – Notice of Intent to Publish Project-Specific Notice of Funding Opportunities
December 7, 2020 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo, Japan is pleased to announce its intent to publish Project-Specific Notice…
Health Alert – December 4, 2020
Location: JapanDate: December 4, 2020 COVID-19 in Japan The U.S. Embassy and consulates continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions in Japan closely. Case numbers continue to…
DCM Hill Visits Nagoya, Osaka, and Kobe
Deputy Chief of Mission Nick Hill traveled to Nagoya and Osaka Nov. 20-21. He toured the busy Nagoya port noting that it was a bridge…
Ambassador Keshap Discusses the Indo-Pacific Strategy and U.S. Priorities for the East Asia Summit at...
I’m honored to be with you today to discuss U.S. priorities for this year’s East Asia Summit. I’m joined by my good friend and colleague…
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Tokyo (November 20, 2020)
Location: Japan Date: November 20, 2020 COVID-19 in Japan The U.S. Embassy and consulates continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions in Japan. Several prefectures, including Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido,…
Marine Corps Commandant Visits Japan
Marine Corps Commandant Gen. David Berger visited Japan November 17-19 to meet with Japanese leaders. The visit was aimed at coordinating efforts to maintain operational…
Japan, United States Reaffirm Commitment to Full Implementation of the Hague Convention and to the Resolution...
On November 17, 2020, virtual Japan-U.S. consultations were held on the issue of child abduction between Japan and the United States of America. The Japanese…
NASA Launches Crew Dragon to the ISS
NASA and SpaceX on Nov. 16 launched four astronauts to the International Space Station, including Soichi Noguchi of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. Embassy Charge…
Health Alert – November 16, 2020
The U.S. Embassy and consulates continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions in Japan. Positive test numbers are rising in many areas of Japan, and Japanese authorities…
Americans Vote on More than the President in November
When Americans stream into polling places on November 3, the presidential election will be the main attraction. But Election Day in the United States gives…
Virtual Summit on Women in STEM Brings Japanese, Koreans, and Americans Together
Women are disproportionally unrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, an issue that poses major societal ramifications as STEM careers grow in prominence…