Panel Agrees To Keep Spectator Caps On Events

Panel agrees to keep spectator caps on events

A panel of experts has agreed to a Japanese government plan to retain caps on spectator numbers at major events until the end of February to curb coronavirus infections.

The government panel gave the nod at a meeting on Thursday as new cases are surging again across the nation.

Govt. To Set Guidelines For New Year Events

Govt. to set guidelines for New Year events

The Japanese government plans to come up with guidelines to prevent coronavirus infections among people who visit shrines or attend other large-scale events during the New Year holidays.

Economic Revitalization Minister Nishimura Yasutoshi spoke at the inaugural meeting of an expert panel on Friday.

Japan May Ease Spectator Cap At Public Events

Japan may ease spectator cap at public events

The Japanese government may end its cap on the number of spectators at public events set at a maximum of 5,000, if new coronavirus cases are assessed to be on the decline.

Nishimura Yasutoshi, minister in charge of the coronavirus response, told reporters on Wednesday that the governing bodies of Japan's professional baseball and soccer are asking for the limit to be eased.

Fewer Attendees At Events To Mark Wwii End

Fewer attendees at events to mark WWII end

People in Japan are observing a solemn 75th anniversary on Saturday, August 15, the day the country marks the end of World War Two and offers prayers for peace.

This year's events and rallies to mark the occasion across the country are being held with due precautions amid the continuing spread of the coronavirus.

Events To Be Restricted Through Aug.31

Events to be restricted through Aug.31

Japan's Economic Revitalization Minister Nishimura Yasutoshi says current restrictions on large-scale events will be in place through the end of August.

The government had planned to allow events with more than 5,000 participants, filling facilities to about half their capacity, starting on August 1.

Tokyo Disneyland Events Canceled Through March

Tokyo Disneyland events canceled through March

The operator of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea has removed 12 events and programs from its calendar through March. The cancellations include key Halloween and Christmas events at the two amusement parks.

Oriental Land said a prolonged period of shutdown due to the coronavirus has made it difficult to prepare. The parks, located just outside Tokyo, reopened on July 1 for the first time in about four months.

Japan To Ease Restrictions On Events As Scheduled

Japan to ease restrictions on events as scheduled

The Japanese government plans to ease restrictions later this week on holding events based on experts' assessment of coronavirus infections in the country.

Members of the newly-established subcommittee on coronavirus measures met for the first time on Monday.

Official Events At Imperial Palace Resume

Official events at Imperial Palace resume

Official events have resumed at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo for the first time in about three months, with measures in place to prevent coronavirus infections.

On Wednesday, Emperor Naruhito received credentials from the new ambassadors of Tonga and Rwanda. It was his first ceremonial duty at the palace since late March.

Japan Pm Abe Proposes Cutback On Major Events

Japan PM Abe proposes cutback on major events

The Japanese government is pressing the pause button on a variety of sport and cultural events to curb the spread of the new coronavirus. Nearly 900 people have been confirmed infected. More than 700 of those cases emerged in a quarantined cruise ship docked near Tokyo.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Wednesday, "Now is the crucial time to contain the spread of the virus at an early date."

Coronavirus: Abe Proposes Cutback On Major Events

Coronavirus: Abe proposes cutback on major events

The Japanese government is stepping up its protective measures, with a proposed pause on large public gatherings.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has suggested that major sport, cultural and other events should be cancelled, delayed or scaled down for about two weeks.

Olympics-related Events To Go Ahead As Planned

Olympics-related events to go ahead as planned

Japan's Cabinet minister in charge of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics says the government will not call for the cancellation or downsizing of Games-related events despite the new coronavirus outbreak.

Seiko Hashimoto told reporters on Tuesday that the government's panel of experts has not urged restraint in organizing large-scale gatherings, and has allowed test events for the Olympics and Paralympics to go ahead as planned.