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We find out if people in Tokyo are ripping off their masks and throwing them to the wind in light of the new changes.
The decision incensed netizens around the country, with 2chan’s founder even getting involved.
Travel restrictions finally set to be lifted as country returns to pre-pandemic entry procedures.
Government considering ending previous limitations on guests for large events like concerts.
Change is part of first update to Guidelines for Official Writing Composition in 70 years.
COVID-19 pandemic measures mean a sharpened pencil must be prepared for each of thousands of potential voters.
To his credit, this is one of the more advanced tech problems a Japanese politician has experienced.
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[Deleted] Article written for April Fool’s Day 2018
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