This Week In Japan #16 (July 24st, 2020)

This week, Concerns over the Olympics next year arise as corona cases grow. Also the chain restaurant Saizeriya adjusts prices to reduce the spread of germs from change…and more.

This Week In Japan, Japan’s Go To Travel campaign announces travel reimbursements, and a 17-year-old becomes the new Shogi champion.

This Week in Japan, Kyushu faces destruction during record flooding. Robots could join Family Mart staff in the near future, and more.

This week, Japan experienced a rare meteor falling above the Kanto region, and the candidates for Tokyo political offices show their uniqueness.

This week we discuss the prime minister’s first day off in 148 days as well as some tips to make wearing a mask easier, square watermelons, and much more!

Host and hostess clubs gear up their alcohol spray and thermometers as Tokyo completely reopens all businesses. PS5 is revealed but details are missing.

This week in Japan, Tokyo lifted its alert status and loosened conditions for businesses. Black Lives Matter supporters gathered in Osaka.

This week in Japan, Tokyo went on alert as corona infections increased, while Blue Impulse jets flew over Tokyo to support medical staff.

Japan has lifted the state of emergency, but will gradually return to normal. Cyber bullying has led a Terrace House member to her death. This could mean the end of the popular series for good.

A top prosecutor in Japan steps down after admitting to gambling on a mahjong game. The popular series Demon Slayer finishes up it’s last chapter, leaving fans wanting more.