In contrast to stringent lockdowns in some countries, mandating fines and arrests for non-compliance, Japan's lockdown will rely more on tradition of respect for authority.
, giving governors stronger legal authority to urge people to stay home and businesses to close.
Abe has come under growing pressure to make the declaration after a surge of virus infection cases in Tokyo and elsewhere. Restricting movement and businesses, however, would deal a heavy blow to an economy already struggling to cope with the virus outbreak. Governors can request facilities or businesses used by large numbers of people to limit use or close. If they refuse without an acceptable reason, the facilities can be instructed to do so and the instruction will be made public.
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