Although Okinawa Prefecture calls for self-restraint, more than 18,000 people booked for travel NHK survey April 28, 20:03

According to a survey by NHK, more than 18,000 people visited Okinawa from outside the prefecture during the long holiday period, while Okinawa Prefecture called for refraining from travel in order to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection. .

In Okinawa Prefecture, people visiting from outside the prefecture have triggered the spread of new coronavirus infections, and we are calling to refrain from traveling to Okinawa.

When NHK investigated the reservation status of airlines during the large holidays from the 29th to the 6th of next month, it was found that there were more than 18,000 people visiting Okinawa from outside the prefecture.

On the other hand, because the prefecture is calling for self-restraint, flights are being reduced and reservations are being canceled one after another. According to major airlines, 30% to 40% of reservations have been reduced in the past week or so. .

The prefecture urges visitors to Okinawa not to go to tourist spots or other places where people gather.