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Japan Declares 3rd State Of Emergency, 3 Months Ahead Of Olympics

Japan on Friday announced a third state of emergency over the COVID-19 pandemic with new restrictions taking effect Sunday. Here, a woman walks on a quiet Dotonbori Street. The arcade is normally one of Osaka's most popular tourist areas. (Getty Images)
Japan on Friday announced a third state of emergency over the COVID-19 pandemic with new restrictions taking effect Sunday. Here, a woman walks on a quiet Dotonbori Street. The arcade is normally one of Osaka's most popular tourist areas. (Getty Images)

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