Japan has declared a state of emergency amidst rising infections, just three months before the Olympic Games are due to start.
Restaurants, bars, and karaoke parlours serving alcohol will close between April 25 and May 11 at least.
Japan is currently in the grip of a deadly new wave because of a mutant strain of the virus, which has led to medical staff and hospital bed shortages.
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