As the spread of the new corona continues, travel agencies in Tokyo have canceled some reservations, but compared to last year's summer vacation, reservations for travel and homecoming have increased significantly.
As the infection continues to spread rapidly, before the Bon festival, travel agency stores in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo are canceling some of the reservations that had been going well until June.
However, these movements are limited compared to last year's summer vacation, when there were national restrictions on movement, and the number of reservations has increased significantly.
“Short-term in a nearby area” “Last-minute reservation to assess infection status”
Specifically, short-term trips in nearby areas are popular, so many people book only lodgings and use their own cars for transportation.
In addition, there are many people who decide whether to travel while assessing the infection status, and there are many last-minute reservations.
At this store, customers who have made reservations are asked to take thorough measures to prevent infection by showing the pamphlet "New Travel Etiquette" made for travelers by the Japan Tourism Agency last year.
In addition, it is calling for people to take a private PCR test before traveling, and to check their health, such as measuring their body temperature, just as they do in their daily lives.
Shoichiro Yoshizaki, manager of the Kinki Nippon Tourist Yurakucho store, said, "I think there are some concerns about the infection situation, but I want to be able to wipe away any concerns before departure as much as possible. I want you to consult with me," he said.
"It's difficult to go to a medical institution in an unfamiliar land. Consider carefully."
Tetsuya Matsumoto, chief professor at the International University of Health and Welfare, points out that it is important to prepare in advance when traveling.
Specifically, it is more important than anything else to go out in perfect physical condition, such as taking a PCR test before traveling.
In addition, it is important to prepare enough basic infection control goods such as masks and alcohol disinfectants necessary for infection prevention in luggage.
Furthermore, in light of the fact that it is difficult to make an appointment for a fever outpatient clinic depending on the region even if you become unwell while traveling, we have developed an antigen test kit that allows you to perform a simple test when you develop a fever, and a kit that can be used when you need medical treatment at your destination. In addition, it is safe to prepare over-the-counter medicines to alleviate symptoms.
On top of that, Professor Matsumoto said, "When it comes to travel, what you do at your destination is important. For example, going to a crowded place, such as attending a festival, or staying at a ryokan with your family alone can be risky. No. However, it is currently difficult to visit a medical institution in a strange place when you are not feeling well.