Japan waives 14-day quarantine after business trips

Loosened rules apply to people returning from all countries, including US and Europe

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Japan will lift entry bans against nine nations and territories, including China. (Photo by Kei Higuchi)

TAKUYA MIZOROGI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan will exempt qualified business travelers who return after overseas trips lasting one week or less from a 14-day-quarantine requirement starting on Sunday.

The change, approved Friday by the country's coronavirus task force, applies to Japanese citizens and those holding residency status.

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