British Embassy Tokyo

15/05/2026

Japan has over 1500 earthquakes every year. Would you know what to do if one struck? Follow our travel advice for safety tips, and links to advice from the Japanese Government.

Travel advice: https://ow.ly/v5KQ50YRymR
Japan Meteorological Agency: https://ow.ly/MGu750YRynM

01/05/2026

Japan is generally very safe, but crime can still occur.
⚠️ Some British tourists have had their drinks spiked and fallen victim to credit card fraud.

Read our updated travel advice to learn how to reduce the risk and protect yourself from spiking: https://ow.ly/Wxpn50YRxVT

27/04/2026

Applications for the Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature 2027 are now open.

The British Embassy Tokyo recently celebrated innovative women in STEM at the Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature reception, in collaboration with Sony. The US$250,000 prize recognises groundbreaking work shaping our technological future.

Are you a woman researcher pushing the boundaries of technology? Applications for the 2027 award are now open until 23:59 (GMT) Friday 5 June (08:59 (JST) Saturday 6 June).

Further details 👉 https://ow.ly/o4kx50YQnix

「Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature 2027」の応募受付が開始されています。

本賞はSTEM分野で革新的な研究を行う初期・中堅キャリアの女性研究者を称えるグローバルな賞です。選出された3名の受賞者には、それぞれ25万米ドルの賞金が贈呈されるほか、nature.comにて研究成果を紹介する機会が提供されます。

駐日英国大使館は、STEM分野における多様性を後押しする取り組みの一環として、この賞をサポートしており、Sony とともに受賞者を祝うレセプションを開催しました。

応募締め切りは日本時間6月6日(土)午前8時59分です。

女性研究者の皆さま、奮ってご応募ください。

詳細👉 https://ow.ly/MXVp50YQniw

よりよい未来を実現すべく、テクノロジーの発展に尽力する女性研究者を称えるためにこの賞は生まれました。女性研究者たちの活躍が次世代へと受け継がれ、よりよい社会と地球につながるよう、支援してまいります。

24/04/2026

Heading to Japan this spring? Sign up to our travel advice to get the latest safety updates, local information, and guidance, so that you can travel with confidence.

For more information, please check: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/japan/safety-and-security

22/04/2026

The Foreign Secretary met Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in Tokyo for the 10th UK–Japan Strategic Dialogue, reinforcing our close cooperation at a crucial time.

Together, they advanced discussions on economic security, supply chain resilience, critical minerals, defence cooperation, and shared responses to challenges including on Iran and Ukraine.

The UK and Japan also signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on Mutual Assistance to Japanese and British Nationals Abroad - a practical step that strengthens support for our citizens when they need it most.

21/04/2026

Tsunami warnings have been lifted but the Japanese Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued a precautionary megaquake alert, meaning there is an increased risk of strong earthquakes occurring in the coming week. Residents and tourists in Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Fukushima, Ibaraki and Chiba should remain vigilant and follow guidance from local authorities.
Travel advice 👇

FCDO travel advice for Japan. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.

20/04/2026

Following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake on 20 April, the Japanese Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued a megaquake advisory for the Pacific coast of Japan.

According to JMA, if there is another large-scale earthquake, strong shaking and a large tsunami are expected.

If you are in Japan, monitor local media for updates and follow advice from local and national authorities.

Latest earthquake information – NHK World News

We are the international service of NHK, the sole public media organization of Japan.

20/04/2026

NHK WORLD-JAPAN provides tsunami-related information in English and other languages.

■Live streaming in English:
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/live_tv/
■Multilingual Portal: Japan LIFE & BOSAI:
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/multilingual_links/

20/04/2026

Tsunami warning in place in the Tohoku and Hokkaido region. Please evacuate if you are in the area and follow advice from local authorities.

Japanese public broadcaster provides the latest breaking news, live video, analysis and features from Asia and around the world.

10/04/2026

Travelling to Japan this spring? Our travel advice has the latest safety updates, local tips, and potential risks to help you plan ahead.

For more information, please check: https://ow.ly/nJOV50YB2Qa

31/03/2026

The British Embassy Tokyo and the MUSUBI Initiative welcome the launch of the SSE Pacifico Offshore Wind Scholarship Programme, delivered by MUSUBI partner SSE Pacifico.

This programme offers National Institute of Technology (KOSEN) and high school students from Japan the opportunity to take part in a summer school in Scotland, where participants are expected to attend STEM classes at The University of Edinburgh and visit leading renewable energy sites, including offshore wind farms and hydroelectric facilities, gaining first-hand insight into the UK’s clean energy transition.

The scholarship forms part of MUSUBI’s mission to foster the next generation of UK–Japan leaders through meaningful people-to-people connections, skills development and shared learning.
Eligible students with an interest in renewable energy, STEM and international exchange are encouraged to apply.

🔗 Programme details (EN):
https://ow.ly/azOH50YAuKu