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Other news outlets have also since pointed to Japan's contact-tracing system as a key reason to it's low numbers Straits Times. July 12 Tokyo reports 206 new cases for the second straight day. The first two cases are also reported in Iwate, which had been the last prefecture yet to report any infections. Japan launched its coronavirus contact-tracing app on 19th June, designed to notify people who have come into close contact with individuals infected with the coronavirus. September 19 Of the 601 new cases across the country, 218 are in Tokyo and 81 in Osaka. With the low number of deaths and hospital occupancy and ICU in Japan now well within capacity, the head of the WHO stated on Monday 25th May that the Japanese response to the outbreak has to date been a success. Travel restrictions have been slowly easing over the past few months for long-term visa holders and business travellers from some countries. October 8 Of the 627 new cases nationwide, there are 248 in Tokyo. Regional Variation So how has all this affected people in Japan? Plummeting global demand also led to an 18. This is then brought home into the household, where perhaps there are elderly members of the family who have lower immunity. It took around three months to reach 10,000 from the first confirmed case on January 16. The metropolis has reported three-digit figures every day this month except July 1 and 8. Lower totals reflect reduced testing on weekends and holidays. you are agreeing to us sending you marketing about the different trips and services we offer from our two brands, InsideAsia and InsideJapan. Below we detail some of the ways that people living in Japan have been affected by coronavirus, and how this changes drastically depending on where in Japan you are. More than 200 new cases are reported nationwide, including 27 in Saitama, 11 in Chiba, 8 in Kanagawa, and 8 in Kagoshima. com based on data from local governments. October 22 There are 617 new cases reported nationwide across Japan, with the highest prefectural total, 185, in Tokyo. Clusters across the nation add to the third wave of infections. November 28 Japan reports 2,685 new cases, which is a new record. Prime Minister Suga meets with International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach in Tokyo. NHK WORLD-JAPAN is NHK's international service, which delivers the latest information about Japan through TV, radio and the Internet. Peace and Respect, Aaron Edited: 9:33 pm, March 09, 2020 Note: So far - this breaking news - no word on the new state of emergency bill having provisions which would specifically affect travelers. Believing it had a second wave under control, the government eased social distancing rules last month. October 18 Japan reports 431 new cases, including 132 in Tokyo. How much does rail travel cost? October 6 There are 500 new cases across the country, including 177 in Tokyo. Daily tallies are recorded between 00:00 and 24:00 every day. September 16 Japan reports 548 new cases. She calls on residents not to make unnecessary trips outside the metropolis. June 7 Tokyo reports 14 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,369. A ban remains prohibiting large public events. This will also apply to professional sports matches. Even though the original plan was to temporarily close popular venues until March 15 to avoid the spread of the virus, most have decided to extend the closure. November 22 There are 2,170 new cases nationwide, including a new record of 490 in Osaka. Tutoring schools are back in operation, with the children sitting apart from each other in well-ventilated rooms. While many wedding venues closed, an interesting cultural point is that there has been no need to delay getting married as all official marriages in Japan are just a formal signing of papers at City Hall. July 27 Tokyo reports 131 new cases, bringing its overall total to 11,345. The total cases reported nationwide rise above 200 for a third successive day. Tokyo reports 238 new cases, bringing its overall total to 10,054. In the eighth straight day of three-digit totals for new cases in the capital, Tokyo reports a record high 286 cases. August 18 The nationwide daily total of 917 new cases includes 207 in Tokyo, 185 in Osaka, and 84 in Kanagawa. [Chatbot] may also be useful to find direct contact details for each organization. October 9 Japan has 603 new cases. 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The request, which was previously scheduled from August 3 to 31, now runs until September 15. September 11 There are 644 new cases nationwide, including 187 in Tokyo, 120 in Osaka, and a record high for Miyagi of 15. Everyday Life How has all this affected people's lives in Japan? " Despite having the capacity to make 6,000 diagnostic tests per day, Japan has only tested around 14,000 swabs to date β 20 times fewer than neighboring. The metropolis has reported over 5,000 new cases since the start of July. A new record for Miyagi of 45 is connected to the cluster at a Sendai vocational college. With Boris Johnson's controversial "Stay Alert" slogan in the UK and a decentralized state by state approach in the US, how countries move beyond the first phase of the fight against Covid-19 has certainly been a hot topic and Japan is no exception to that. August 4 The nationwide daily total of 1,230 new cases includes 309 in Tokyo and record figures in Kanagawa 89 and Okinawa 83. There are 150 reported in Tokyo, and other heavily populated urban prefectures record relatively high totals, with 88 in Kanagawa, 82 in Osaka, 50 in Saitama, and 49 in Chiba. However, with different prefectures having experienced very different levels of the virus, it is understandable that the easing of many restrictions should be handled at a local level. The metropolitan government raises its COVID-19 alert to the highest level on its four-tier system. " First, specifically show where I am trying to cause panic in the public. I advice everyone to seek info elsewhere but here. There are no fees for cancellations, and the government will provide compensation to operators. The Japanese appear to have understood that a person can be infected without showing symptoms, said Michael Paumen, a German business manager who has lived in Japan for many years: "You put the mask on to protect others, so you yourself don't transmit viruses. On Monday March 23, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced travellers arriving in Japan from the United States of America are asked to for 14 days in their home or hotel and avoid public transportation. 5 billion face masks every year β 43 per person. - Ministry of Foreign Affairsβ’ June 29 Tokyo reports 58 new cases, with the daily total rising above 50 for the fourth successive day. November 8 Japan confirms 955 new cases, the daily total falling below 1,000 for the first time in four days, although this reflects reduced weekend testing. June 14 Tokyo records 47 new cases, with the daily total rising above 40 for the first time since there were 57 new cases on May 5. There has also been criticism of the government regarding low testing numbers, a shortage of available hospital beds, and the timing and effectiveness of the declaration of the state of emergency. October 1 The nationwide number of daily new cases reaches 640, with 235 in Tokyo. August 15 Tokyo reports 385 new cases, bringing its overall total to 17,454. Note that the BBC article reports Japan's deaths as being 0. The aid brought welcome relief to industries floored by the pandemic, but it also helped the virus to penetrate new corners of this island nation. It is less than three weeks since the national total rose above 20,000 on July 7. August 31 Japan marks a daily total of 435 new cases nationwide, including an even 100 in Tokyo. June 16 Tokyo reports 27 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,619. Those of us in Japan, and everyone wondering what the "next stage" are waiting to hear what the government will say during today's press announcement. The two agree to cooperate closely to ensure that the postponed Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games can be held with spectators in the summer of 2021. Their collective experience of natural disasters has built up a strong resilience and stoicism among the population, as well as thinking up practical solutions to seemingly overwhelming challenges. As cross-prefectural travel is now again permitted, many areas are trying to find a balance between reigniting their local tourism industries and maintaining their low infection rates. He also asks residents outside Sapporo not to enter the municipality. And theme parks such as Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, museums, and galleries have been temporarily closed. The state of emergency will stay in place until the end of Golden Week on May 6, but it's yet to be seen exactly how the declaration will affect the daily lives of Tokyoites for the next month. It will lift its request for residents to refrain from trips outside the metropolis on the same day. July 5 Tokyo reports 111 new cases, bringing its overall total to 6,765. The first plans to open the country to tourists, potentially in April 2021, have not been expanded on by the government so far, however there have been successful test events for the Olympics and Paralympics in 2021. Kanagawa exceeds 200 for the first time with 226, while Osaka confirms its second highest daily total of 273. What types of disruptions to local businesses have been noted? The average daily total over the past 7-day period rises to 56. As a result, it was easy for society to switch to anti-infection mode in February when the virus first began to spread. js-cnn-follow-not-following:after,. A Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare working group agrees to call on seniors, medical personnel, and other high-priority groups to get vaccinated early for influenza ahead of the winter season. - Ministry of Foreign Affairsβ’ For more details on the situation globally please visit this Tripadvisor guide: Additional threads with useful information that have already been started by our travelers can be found here: Please feel free to respond to this post with questions or information about this important issue, or share links to existing forum posts with useful information. Iwate prefecture in the north-east of Japan had zero confirmed cases until 29th July and as of 1st August only had only 3 confirmed cases. The number of severe cases nationwide rises by 25 to 435, of which 61 are in Tokyo. The new cases on July 9 reportedly include those identified through group testing of host clubs. Information regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 COVID-19 : from the English website of the Prime Minister and His Cabinet. Foreigners who live in Japan are allowed to return but must remain in quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Restrictions are eased, increasing the maximum number of people allowed to gather at events like concerts and exhibitions from 1,000 to 5,000. With the end of the four-day weekend, the total increases along with the number of tests. August 14 The nationwide daily total of 1,359 new cases includes 389 in Tokyo, 192 in Osaka, and 117 in Kanagawa. Governor Koike calls for vigilance and for people to avoid nightlife districts. The country has also recently held successful test events for the Olympic and Paralympic Games involving large numbers of spectators and some international athletes. During flu-season, but also year-round, people often wear masks to try to prevent one's own germs or sickness from spreading in public places. Big name attractions including Tokyo Disney Resort until beginning of April , teamLab Borderless until further notice and Universal Studios Japan in Osaka until March 29 are all staying closed for now. As this list only includes major ones, we also recommend you to visit relevant official websites. getElementById "premium-link" ; if divWithLink! Provided they take measures against infection, establishments offering flirtatious and live music venues can also reopen. IBut it's also not fair to criticize without being specific. September 24 There are 483 new cases nationwide. In some cases, local standards vary from those of the MHLW, so the total may not match the MHLW statistics. Masks 'a part of our everyday lives' Japanese greeting etiquette β a bow instead of a handshake or a kiss on the cheek β has also played a part in slowing the outbreak, as has basic hygiene education taught from an early age. August 23 The nationwide daily total of 745 new cases includes 212 in Tokyo. In a piece titled "Japan's coronavirus response is flawed - but it works", Kitasato University visiting professor Andy Crump details how Japan's intense focus on clusters has helped the country defy the grim forecasts. August 17 The nationwide daily total of 641 new cases includes 161 in Tokyo. The relatively low total is affected by reduced testing over the long weekend. Infected in Japan 148,837 Returnees from China on government charter flights 15 Cases confirmed in airport screening 1,534 Total 150,386 Severe cases 488 -5 Deaths 2,172 Recoveries 127,304 Created by Nippon. With inbound tourism on hold these have been much emptier than usual. These changes are part of a government plan to gradually reopen the economy from May 25, when the state of emergency ended, to July 31 through a series of three-week stages. The Osaka prefectural government issues business suspension requests to establishments with and karaoke parlors not displaying stickers to show they have introduced measures to prevent infection in the Minami district of the city of Osaka. But bars and restaurants have been packed with people who have cast their face coverings aside. While blanket news coverage of coronavirus and Japan from Western media often points out numbers and statistics, there is very little information on what life is like on the ground and how people have been affected. Travel App Download "Japan Official Travel App" for travel use. What safety measures are in place? The Japan National Tourism Association JNTO website In order to contain the spread of infections, some festivals and events may have been canceled or postponed. The United States now has a warning. While this represents a drop from the peak in early to mid-August, there is no sign that the end of the health crisis is near, particularly in the capital. out of date media links that no longer have relevance and in themselves are factually skewed or incorrect? These re-openings have taken place with a number of measures to protect against further spread of coronavirus, including: - Hand sanitizer at almost every building entrance, from supermarkets to offices - Gyms and some shops have followed medical clinics in checking the temperature of anyone entering in Japanese - Many restaurants, cafes and bars aim to keep patrons socially distanced, by spacing out tables and limiting the number of people. Coronavirus concerns weren't on the mind of the many people enjoying Japan's famed cherry blossoms this past weekend. Cumulative tallies are updated at 24:00 every day. You can apply for insurance on their websites. Analysts like using it because it should give us a greater indication of the total death toll rather than the confirmed deaths due to COVID19. Tokyo rises above 100 again, reporting 195 new cases. The requests will last from August 6 to 20. Can you explain, please, or provide specific examples for: obsessed? Support is available in English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese. November 3 Japan confirms 866 new cases, including 209 in Tokyo and 156 in Osaka. Rumours from sources close to the Japanese government are that such a roadmap may include a trial period which could begin in April 2021 , however there has been no official announcement of a roadmap yet. November 2 There are 489 new cases in Japan. Tokyo Japanese only May 15 - May 17, 2020 October 17 - October 18, 2020 Tokyo Japanese only July 11, 2020 Cancelled Tokyo September 13 - September 27, 2020 September 13 - September 27, 2020 Kanagawa Japanese only October 24 - October 25, 2020 Cancelled Kanagawa July 3 - July 5, 2020 Cancelled Kanagawa November 1, 2020 Cancelled Niigata August 21 - August 23, 2020 August 23, 2020 It will be held online. After a worrying rise in cases at the end of March and beginning of April, the government initially announced the state of emergency for seven prefectures including Tokyo and Osaka on 7th April, and later expanded this to the entire country on 16th April. The government lifts its requests for voluntary restrictions on crossing prefectural borders. Prof Crump concludes that "It is impossible to predict what will happen now. For a more detailed breakdown on the information, including maps and a breakdown of cases by prefecture visit covid19japan. October 5 Nationwide, Japan reports 281 new cases on Monday, including 66 in Tokyo; numbers are lower as always following the reduced testing numbers over the weekend. August 11 The nationwide daily total of 702 new cases includes 188 in Tokyo. The upshot: the government will have far more potential control over the daily lives of people in Japan than previously. Countries may also record deaths differently and at different times. The contrast to Europe could hardly be greater. The spread of coronavirus has given masks an even greater role in Japanese society and there have been all kinds of iterations, from breathable summer masks by popular fashion brand Uniqlo, to masks designed by and famous artists such as. Prime Minister Abe calls on the public to take full precautions against infection, saying that it is not a situation for declaring another state of emergency. That, he added, means the number of unreported cases is very high. October 15 Japan reports 708 new cases, topping 700 daily cases for the first time since September 10. After many months of restrictions and with cases seemingly under control for a while, people have become tired of the rules, bored with staying at home and complacent about the risks. 5s ease-in-out;-o-transition:height. One thing I know is that I'm not at all about his credentials and qualifications. Therefore, I want to ask all of the people of Tokyo for your further cooperation. Tokyo reports 35 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,709. Political scientist Koichi Nakano said Prime Minister Shinzo Abe likely wanted to present Japan as a safe country in order not to lose the Summer Olympics β though. Hello Travelers, Tripadvisor has created this thread to be an ongoing resource for anyone seeking information about Coronavirus Covid-19 and travel to. Foreign visitors, however, remain a threat according to health authorities, with South Koreans and EU citizens barred from entering the country. "After the [in 2011], the government initially refused to admit the reactor meltdowns," said Barbara Holthus, a sociologist with the German Institute for Japanese Studies in Tokyo. Numerous theories have been provided so far, from the more reasonable - residents' access to universal healthcare , early and effective communication for the public to avoid closed, crowded spaces with close-contact the three C's , and cultural norms of mask-wearing - to the more far-fetched, for example that Japanese is spoken more delicately than other languages and therefore speakers emit fewer spit particles! Many US military personnel took part in US Independence Day celebrations at off-base locations on or around July 4, raising concerns of fresh clusters also affecting Japanese residents in those areas. Governor Koike attributes the increase to group testing efforts, saying that expert analysis does not see this as a second wave. The data exclude passengers and crewmembers infected on the Diamond Princess cruise ship. October 16 There are 642 new cases nationwide. Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike also raised concerns Tuesday. Kanagawa has 101 new cases and Osaka 78. June 18 Tokyo reports 41 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,674. Tokyo has seen by far the highest numbers, over 12,000 confirmed cases on 1st August , and has experienced some of the strictest rules under the longest emergency declaration. It also asks local authorities to request businesses to shorten opening hours and residents to refrain from unnecessary trips and going outside at night. We need to bear in mind here that these are confirmed cases only, and actual cases are likely to be higher β this is due to limited testing. With countries around the world feeling huge economic ramifications from the spread of coronavirus, the Nikkei Asian Review has reported that Japan has seen a significant rebound in the stock market, along with Taiwan in '. The government continues to advise people to: - Wash hands regularly - Socially distance 2m from other people - Wear facemasks in public - Avoid the 3 C's mitsu no mitsu in Japanese of closed spaces, crowded places, and close-contact settings wherever possible. September 28 There are 301 new cases across the country, including 78 in Tokyo. The most comprehensive articles we have seen on this are to be found on and much earlier during the pandemic in the. Therefore, if you have travel booked arriving before April 2021, we recommend that for now you sit tight and wait for any official government announcement before making any alterations to your plans. You can read all about how we look after your data in our Your personal information is kept confidential at all times Make an enquiry Get one step closer to Japan Looking for some inside knowledge? The 2020 Olympic Games were postponed for one year Containing the spread The low numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Japan initially aroused suspicion that the government was covering up the truth. Since then, the Japanese have slowly been returning to their everyday lives. Amusement parks have reopened, but people running a fever are asked to stay away. July 16 The nationwide daily total of 623 cases is the third highest to date, approaching the peak figure recorded in April. June 3 Tokyo reports 12 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,295. They found that the psychological impact of the coronavirus increased with time, but also that by the end of the state of emergency respondents were starting to see positive aspects of their 'new normal'. August 30 The nationwide daily total of 599 new cases includes 148 in Tokyo. Feel free to post your own facts and informed opinions on this thread. There are 142 in Tokyo, continuing the slowly declining overall trend. August 16 The nationwide daily total of 1,021 new cases includes 260 in Tokyo, although the lower number is thought to have been affected by reduced testing during the Obon holiday season. Edited: 7:26 pm, March 09, 2020 Hi Ali0211, thanks for the comments. 2 All nationals arriving from all regions are requested to wait 14 days at a location designated by the quarantine station chief and to refrain from using public transportation. It also calls for greater implementation of working from home. Tokyo Japanese only Mid August, 2020 Postponed to 2021 Tokyo Japanese only August 14 - August 16, 2020 Cancelled Tokyo December 7 - December 12, 2020 November 16 - November 27, 2020 It will be held online. On the same day it reports 22 new cases, bringing its overall total to 5,448. English language news sources: , , ,. The total is relatively low for a Wednesday due to the national holiday falling on Tuesday, meaning reduced testing. In South Korea, which won praise for effectively tamping down the first major epidemic outside China, officials have continued to fight small but persistent outbreaks. October 27 There are 648 new cases nationwide, including 158 in Tokyo and a relatively high total of 143 in Osaka. The coronavirus pandemic is driving a spike in suicides in Japan - CNN Video charset "UTF-8";. What's the latest Coronavirus Covid-19 news on Japan? The nurse from Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, assisted at shelters for four days from July 8. Fukuoka issues a prefectural alert, calling on medical facilities to secure beds due to the rapid increase in patients. October 17 Of the 624 new cases in Japan, 235 are in Tokyo. September 29 The 532 new cases in Japan include 212 in Tokyo. Japan is scaling back a contentious subsidy program designed to encourage domestic tourism and dining out, after it became clear the enticements were helping to fuel a third wave that has resulted in record new infections. I have yet to find a single, definitive list of all closures and event cancellations across if such a list is even possible, given the number sites and attractions! The measures in paragraph 3 1 2 will be implemented for the time being. Would like a little expert assistance? Today, March 10th, could be a big day. Restaurants and bars were asked to reduce working hours and nightlife venues have received a lot of attention after a number of outbreaks in places such as karaoke bars. September 25 Japan reports 576 new cases, including 195 for a second day in Tokyo, 79 in Kanagawa, and 62 in Osaka. Due to increased cases, particularly related to to establishments offering in the Susukino district of Sapporo, the prefecture raises the alert level from 2 to 3 on its five-stage scale. Foreign nationals who have stayed in any of the areas listed in the following table within 14 days prior to the application for landing. The nationwide total for the day is 863.γ γ
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