Aomori Prefecture announced on the 5th that it was confirmed that 23 people were infected with the new coronavirus in Aomori City and other areas.
In addition, a man in his 70s, who had been confirmed to be infected in Aomori City, died on the 4th.
The total number of people confirmed to be infected in Aomori Prefecture is 1663, including those who have already recovered, and 24 people have died.