COVID-19 (Page 10)

Starbucks Japan reopens with extra measures to prevent coronavirus’ spread

The coffee giant is ready to serve their beloved Frappucinos again, with some precautionary measures.

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Modern legend Tiger Mask returns, donates 55 handmade face masks to rural government workers

Japan’s muscular embodiment of human kindness pays a visit to a small town in Chiba.

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28-year-old sumo wrestler dies after contracting coronavirus

“Like the fighter he was, he tenaciously fought against the illness until the very end.”

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Tokyo Game Show officially canceled, planning potential online content and showcases

Netizens are understandably disappointed, but many are just excited they’ll get to partake in the show virtually.

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What pandemic? People in Japan crowd Ikea store, ignore requests to stay home during Golden Week

Hundreds risk spreading coronavirus for Ikea hot dogs and flatpack furniture.

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Cryptic ad in Japanese newspaper reveals heartwarming message of hope for readers

Can you read the Japanese words hidden in these pictures? 

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Meiji Gakuen University gives all students a 50,000 yen grant to offset the cost of digital classes

For many college students, that’s a big help!

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Garden eels in Japanese aquarium are forgetting humans and need your help!

Help the eels remember us by gawking at them from your own home.

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We spend five days trapped in a hotel room for our ‘Isolation Experiment’

Spoiler – five days with nothing but cup noodles and whiskey makes us oddly thankful.

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Shinto, Buddhist, and Catholic priests come together to pray for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic

The three biggest religions of Japan and some of their sects unite in the spiritual fight against the disease.

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The sad reason this Osaka supermarket couldn’t sell out of two-yen masks

Hard lives are only getting harder.

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City in Aichi reduces water and sewage bills for four months, easing residents’ financial strain

People were grateful for the assistance and expressed appreciation for the government’s role in easing coronavirus stress.

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As Japan’s largest holiday approaches, one island in Okinawa bans guests from local restaurants

Sadly for certain tourist hotspots, stricter measures must be enacted to protect their residents.

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Japanese Red Cross releases important video on dealing with COVID-19 in a different way

In evading the virus, you might find yourself infected with something worse.

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Japanese tapioca bubble tea shops are suddenly becoming face mask shops

We’re ready to hear them spill the tea on this phenomenon.

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Japanese student dons full protective gear to return to school during coronavirus pandemic

Shutting the virus out when your school won’t shut down

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J-rock star Yoshiki donates 10 million yen to coronavirus relief, asks everyone to stay home

“I’m making my donation with the hope that it can help, even if it’s just a little.” the rock god said.

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Japanese city sends heartwarming care package to out-of-town students during coronavirus crisis

Young people well up with hometown pride and tears as mayor thanks them for staying away to protect their families.

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“Grateful for the Heroes” manga hashtag slammed by nurse in Japan

Healthcare worker makes a valid point about joining an online trend just for the sake of it.

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What state of emergency? People in Tokyo defy requests to stay home during coronavirus outbreak

No social distancing at parks, shops and tourist sites on a Sunny Sunday. 

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