Japan Tests New Preventive Measures

Japan tests new preventive measures

The Japanese government is trying out various measures to curb the spread of the virus while also supporting the economy. This comes as the number of daily new cases has recently been creeping up.

Japan has been reporting fewer than 1,000 new cases per day for over two months, down from a mid-summer peak.

Bolstered Preventive Measures For Nightlife Areas

Bolstered preventive measures for nightlife areas

Japan's minister in charge of the country's coronavirus response and the Tokyo governor have met after 224 new cases were recorded in the capital. They agreed to step up measures in nightlife areas to prevent a further increase in infections.

Minister Nishimura Yasutoshi and Governor Koike Yuriko spoke to reporters after their meeting on Thursday.

Japan Steps Up Preventive Measures

Japan steps up preventive measures

Japan is one of many countries that's implementing tighter border controls in a bid to keep infected travelers out.

Authorities are now denying entry to all foreign nationals who have recently visited Hubei Province.