Go To Campaign "Some Understanding" "Nationwide Opposition" Reactions from Various Regions July 16 13:18

Regarding the “Go To Campaign”, which is the government's plan to implement consumption from 22nd of this month, there are some concerns from the governors of various regions about the uniform implementation of the campaign nationwide.

Governor Morita of Chiba "I am thinking about effective utilization"

Governor Morita of Chiba Prefecture stated at a regular press conference on the 16th, "The country has decided to implement it based on various knowledge. We are thinking about how to effectively utilize it as a prefecture," I showed some understanding to the policy.

On top of that, we called the citizens of the prefecture "Go To Chiba" and suggested that they enjoy traveling in Chiba prefecture. We also requested tourists from outside the prefecture not to come and feel unwell. If so, Chiba Prefecture will provide the best hospitality by thoroughly implementing infection control measures. It is a welcome to Chiba."

In Chiba prefecture, more than 20 people have been confirmed to have been infected with the new coronavirus for two consecutive days until the 15th, but Governor Morita is not making a special call as Chiba prefecture at this stage, and each person will thoroughly wash their hands. I asked you to try to prevent infections by avoiding the so-called 3 secrets.

Governor Shimane Maruyama “Nationwide Opposition”

Governor Maruyama of Shimane Prefecture responded to an interview by a reporter on the 16th, saying, ``We are planning to carry out the campaign from 22nd all over the country in the form of starting point and destination in infected areas including Tokyo. "I'm against it."

In addition, Governor Maruyama said, “Exclude areas with high infections and implement them in a wide range of areas to achieve both infection prevention and economic recovery. If the system design that narrows down the area cannot be achieved in time, consider delaying the start. I want it."

In this regard, Governor Maruyama continued to be cautious about requesting self-restraint regarding the traffic between Shimane Prefecture and Tokyo, but when he went to Tokyo, he carefully considered the necessity. , I called for refraining from eating and drinking at restaurants.

Mayor Kitahashi, Kitakyushu "Hesitantly nationwide"

Mayor Kitahashi of Kitakyushu City said at a regular interview on the 16th, "I'm looking forward to the policy concept, but I feel hesitant to start all over the country," and will implement it uniformly from 22nd of this month. I was concerned about that.

In addition, Mayor Kitahashi said, "I believe that the infection situation will settle within the next two weeks, so it may be one way to implement it nationwide from August, for example. First, the government should have peace of mind. I would like you to think about it," and said that he would pay close attention to the government's decision to implement the campaign.