Japan expands entry ban to more countries, will ask all visitors to quarantine

• The number of countries was increased by 49, including the United States, China and South Korea, he said.
• Abe also said that everyone entering the country, including Japanese nationals, will be asked to go into a voluntary two-week quarantine.

The number of countries was increased by 49, including the United States, China and South Korea, he said.

Abe also said that everyone entering the country, including Japanese nationals, will be asked to go into a voluntary two-week quarantine. Both measures will be effective from Friday.

The premier said he has asked airlines to curb the number of international flights.