Regarding the state of emergency, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "We have secured a sufficient supply system for food products, and supermarkets and convenience stores will continue to operate, so consumers will not stock up. I would like you to take a calm purchasing behavior without rushing to buy. "
In addition, in connection with the request for shortening business hours to restaurants, "The government as a whole is considering measures including support measures for affected food distributors. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries also grasps the situation well, I want to respond firmly. "