About wearing masks outdoors and indoors

Wearing a mask is extremely important as a basic measure against the new coronavirus infection. On the other hand, there is concern that wearing a mask increases the risk of heat stroke in seasons when the temperature and humidity are high.

Regarding wearing masks, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has indicated the concept of wearing masks outdoors and indoors. Please put on and take off the appropriate mask according to the situation.

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