MFA Spokesperson’s Comments on the Earthquake In Ishikawa Prefecture and Affected Regions in Japan, 2 January 2024

02 January 2024

The Singapore Government extends condolences to Japan and the families affected by the Ishikawa earthquake.

MFA has reached out to e-registered Singaporeans in the regions affected by the earthquake and for which tsunami warnings had been issued including Ishikawa, Niigata, Toyama, and Yamagata. Currently, there are no reports of Singaporeans affected. In view of possible aftershocks, Singaporeans in Japan are advised to defer travel to the affected regions, remain vigilant, take all necessary precautions for their personal safety and heed the instructions of the local authorities.

Singaporeans who are in or travelling to Japan are strongly encouraged to e-register with MFA at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg and purchase comprehensive travel insurance if they have not done so.

Singaporeans in Japan who require consular assistance may contact the Singapore Embassy in Tokyo, or the 24-hour MFA Duty Office at:

 

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Tokyo

5-12-3-Roppongi
Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032
Tel: +81-3-3586-9111/ +81-3-3586-9112
Emergency Tel: +81-90-5949-6366, +81-90-5258-3252
Email: singemb_tyo@mfa.sg

MFA Duty Office

Tel: +65 6379 8800 / 8855 (24-hour hotline)
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg

 

 

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
2 JANUARY 2024

 

 

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