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Proposed amendment comes as Japan is expected to announce timetable for unrestricted inbound tourism.
First weekend following new entry procedures sees foreign visitors picking up loads of bargains, thanks to the weak yen.
Travel restrictions finally set to be lifted as country returns to pre-pandemic entry procedures.
COCOA is coming to a close in the latest relaxation of coronavirus countermeasures in Japan.
Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary wants foreigners to be able to visit Japan this fall and winter.
New entry rules go into effect next month, but the borders won’t be completely open just yet.
Change goes into effect next month for vaccinated travelers, other relaxations of entry regulations for foreign travelers expected soon.
With Tokyo’s infection numbers spiking, wearing a mask is important, but this was the wrong mask to wear.
A multi-day taste test our infected reporter would rather not have had to do, but his taste buds thank him.
Government considering ending previous limitations on guests for large events like concerts.
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