Is it safe to travel to Mexico from Japan right now?

Safety depends on location and timing. Follow a current Mexico travel advisory, confirm flights, and move in daylight. Avoid road trips through affected states, large gatherings, and ad hoc detours. Choose hotels with secure access, keep copies of IDs, and monitor the U.S. Mission Mexico and Japan’s MOFA updates. Add a one-day buffer to plans and keep a local contact for rapid route checks.

How are sports and live events affected by the unrest?

Liga MX postponed matches following reports of a cartel leader’s death, signaling wider caution for large venues. Expect stricter checks, adjusted entry times, and schedule shifts. A Mexico travel advisory for events recommends verifying tickets, transport, and refund rules before departure. If a host state shows continuing blockades or operations, organizers may delay again or move matches to safer windows.

What should Japanese companies with staff in Mexico do this week?

Issue a short Mexico travel advisory to employees with specific rules: permitted routes, daylight movement, check-in times, and who approves travel. Confirm secure shuttles, vetted drivers, and backup suppliers. Reassess site access, visitor policies, and cargo pickup windows. Keep a daily dashboard of local alerts, airport status, and event decisions. If conditions stabilize for several days, step down measures in phases.

Law and Government

February 24: Mexico Unrest After El Mencho Death Raises Travel Risk

ByDanny Kontos February 23, 2026

Mexico travel advisory is front of mind after reports of the El Mencho death triggered blockades and violence across several states on February 24. We explain what this means for travelers from Japan and investors with exposure to Mexico. Liga MX postponed matches, and the U.S. Mission Mexico issued a security alert on February 22. We outline near-term risks to travel, live events, and local commerce, and what signals to watch this week for clearer direction.