TOKYO -- As Japan slowly opens up its economy after a lengthy emergency declaration, the restaurant and tourism industries are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Businesses and customers remain cautious about rushing into new normal

Restaurants across Japan, outside of Okinawa, can now stay open past 8 p.m. (Photo by Rie Ishii)
TOKYO -- As Japan slowly opens up its economy after a lengthy emergency declaration, the restaurant and tourism industries are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel.