TOKYO -- Restaurants and karaoke parlors in Tokyo's 23 wards were free to operate normally as of Wednesday, after authorities in the Japanese capital lifted their request that such businesses close no later than 10 p.m.
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Japan eases business restrictions despite COVID-19 risk
Public events to host more guests; restaurants return to normal hours
Tourists crowd a shopping street near Ise Shrine in western Japan: The government's "Go To Travel" campaign, aimed at reviving tourism despite the pandemic, has sparked criticism. (Photo by Koji Uema)
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