Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary wants foreigners to be able to visit Japan this fall and winter.
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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.
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