Japanese Chinese Herald: Three of China ’s largest streets in Japan were hit by the epidemic and businesses rescued themselves

　　China News Service, May 14 (Xinhua), according to the Japanese "Chinese Herald" report, affected by the new coronary pneumonia epidemic, Japan's three traditional Chinese streets have been hit hard. Local businesses have adopted various methods to actively explore new ways.

Yokohama Chinatown's new "Get Here " way to pack and order meals

　　Since the spread of the epidemic in Japan, Yokohama Chinatown has seen a sharp drop in passenger traffic. After that, the government issued an emergency declaration and called on people to avoid going out. The merchants of Yokohama Chinatown had to find another way to carry out self-rescue operations. It is understood that some shops have decided to launch a "get-fast" way for customers to pack and take away pre-ordered meals without getting off the bus.

　　The Yokohama Chinatown Development Association Cooperative, whose members include 400 stores, said that about 20 stores will use the "Get Speed" method. Chinatown has set up a temporary driveway with a dining table in the parking lot near the Chaoyang Gate on the east side. When customers who call in advance to order food from various shops arrive by car, the clerk delivers the freshly prepared meals.

　　The cooperative also stated that after the first confirmed case of new pneumonia in Japan appeared in Kanagawa prefecture in January, rumors of "infected persons are people in Chinatown" spread and tourists decreased. In March, tourists only accounted for about 10% of the previous year. In April, seven prefectures, including Kanagawa Prefecture, issued a declaration of emergency, and about 80% of member stores closed. After the declaration of emergency was extended, 4 stores have been closed.

　　He Gangyi, the head of the Chinese restaurant "Jizhao", said, "The monthly loss is relatively large, and the turnover must be increased in the next time. After the cooperatives discussed together, they came up with the idea of ​​the 'get speed' method."

　　Cooperative Chairman Takahashi Shinchang emphasized that "we should focus on the post-new crown period and explore new business models."

"Home Tai Chi" in Nanjing, Kobe helps relax

　　While Japan continues to implement a state of emergency, the merchants of the "Nanjing Town" of Chinatown in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture uploaded a video introducing gymnastics that can be easily practiced at home and incorporate Taijiquan moves.

　　The video titled "Home Taijiquan" was planned by the Revitalization Guild of the Shopping Street in Nanjing Town. The video introduces the traditional Chinese healthy gymnastics that incorporates Taijiquan moves. It lasts about 10 minutes.

　　Mai Zhaomin, president of Taijiquan Association of Hyogo Prefecture, demonstrates his movements in front of the camera in a black martial arts uniform. This set of gymnastics is soothing and easy to learn, without intense movements, you can practice easily at home. The video also includes Japanese subtitles to explain the action.

　　Mai Zhaomin said: "If you don't close the door for a long time, it will cause your body to gain weight. I hope everyone can use this video to move around at home and maintain physical and mental health."

Nagasaki Sindi Chinatown old shop bento is cheap and attractive

　　Affected by the epidemic, the number of tourists at Nagasaki Xindi Zhonghua Street has dropped to half of the previous year since January, and almost all shops closed for business by April. Although Nagasaki Prefecture closed the invitation to close business on May 6, most businesses still have no business plans.

　　The "Haiyuan" Chinese restaurant is an old store located in Chinatown, Nagasaki. It started the lunch lunch sale on May 7th. The head of the store, Lin Shintaro, said that such a long period of closure is the first time for a business to start.

　　Bento was well received by customers as soon as it was launched. The first day's sales amounted to 4 times as much as expected, and the next day the supply will be increased to meet the demand.

　　Lin Shentaro said: "The sales of bento are different from those of ordinary days, focusing on high quality and low price, and the prices of the dishes involved are lower than in the past. He also said, "I hope that through this form, more people will experience the charm of authentic Nagasaki Chinatown cuisine." (Wu Yan)