Regarding the resumption of acceptance of foreign tourists, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno has indicated that he will soon start a small-scale visit to Japan, which he is considering conducting a trial.

The government is considering resuming the acceptance of foreign tourists in stages from next month, and plans to carefully assess the infection situation in Japan and overseas after the Golden Week holidays before deciding the final response. ..



In connection with this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said at a press conference in the afternoon, "The border measures are proceeding with gradual mitigation while balancing the prevention of the spread of infection and socio-economic activities. In addition, I would like to consider making it possible to enter the country as smoothly as G7 = 7 major countries next month. "



On top of that, regarding a small-scale inbound tour that is being considered for trial implementation prior to resuming acceptance of foreign tourists, "We would like to carry out a demonstration project in the near future, and it is currently practical at related ministries and agencies such as the Japan Tourism Agency. We are considering it. "