The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan has issued broad information and warnings regarding taking photos and videos overseas and posting them on social media (SNS).
As examples of locations and facilities where photography is generally prohibited overseas, it listed military facilities, airports, stations and railway-related facilities, ports, bridges, border areas, government-related facilities, and foreign embassies in each country. In situations where armed conflict is taking place, taking pictures of damage caused by attacks may also be prohibited.
Even when taking landscape photos from a distance, you may be photographing locations or facilities where photography is prohibited, and around gatherings or demonstrations, photography itself may be banned regardless of the subject. Even if you take such photos unintentionally, there are cases where you may be detained by security authorities. There have also been reports of people being detained after being reported by those around them for taking photos without permission, even in public places such as airport lobbies.
If a location where photography is prohibited appears in photos or videos posted on social media, you may be detained by security authorities even if it was not intentional. Depending on the country or region you are visiting, security authorities may be monitoring content posted on social media.
There have also been reports of people being deported for bringing in and using drones for photography without prior notification or permission. The ministry urges travelers to be sure to obtain permission in advance and complete all necessary procedures before using drones.
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