Japan will lift coronavirus quasi-emergency measures as scheduled for 18 prefectures. The restrictions are set to end on March 21.
The quasi-state of emergency covers some of Japan's biggest prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka.
The government says it will lift the measures after considering the number of infections and the state of medical facilities.
Experts will meet Thursday to discuss the government's plans.
This will be the first time since January 8 that no parts of Japan are under a quasi-state of emergency.
The quasi-state of emergency covers some of Japan's biggest prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka.
The government says it will lift the measures after considering the number of infections and the state of medical facilities.
Experts will meet Thursday to discuss the government's plans.
This will be the first time since January 8 that no parts of Japan are under a quasi-state of emergency.
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Japan is set to lift coronavirus quasi-emergency measures in 18 prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka, effective March 21. The decision follows a review of infection rates and medical facility conditions. This move will mark the first time since January 8 that no parts of Japan are under a
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20220316_32/
Date: March 16, 2022
Created: 2022/03/16 19:58
Updated: 2025/12/09 17:33
Last Read: 2022/03/16 19:58