The Latest Breaking News from Tokyo

Japan ready to expand COVID restrictions as infections surge

Japan’s government is preparing social restrictions in Tokyo and other regions as the omicron variant of the coronavirus infects more people

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022

Japan sees record 27,000 COVID-19 cases as government mulls curbs - media

Japan's new COVID-19 cases jumped to a record on Tuesday, local media reported, as the government considered expanding measures to contain the infectious Omicron coronavirus variant.

Reuters · Jan 18, 2022

France reports nearly half a million new cases, a record increase; Italy records 228,179 daily infections – as it happened

France registers 464,769 new Covid-19 infections over the last 24 hours; Italy’s cases jump from 83,403 a day earlier

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18, 2022

Dr Feelgood legend Wilko Johnson on cancer reprieve miracle after being given months to live

The Game of Thrones actor and musician said his goodbyes, even going on a farewell tour, when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer - but he beat it and he's still rocking

Daily Mirror · May 21, 2016

GTA 6 rumours: Rockstar has already started work on its next blockbuster - and it could be set in Tokyo

Work has reportedly begun on Grand Theft Auto 6, and rumours suggest it could be set in Tokyo

Daily Mirror · Apr 27, 2016