U.S. Warns on Japan Travel, Sowing New Doubt on Olympics

The US State Department has issued a travel warning against going to Japan due to a surge in COVID-19 cases, unrelated to the upcoming Olympics. While athletes' safety depends on individual circumstances like vaccination, the decision on allowing spectators is pending, with no foreign spectators allowed. Japan is increasing vaccinations, focusing on the elderly, but rates remain low.

What is the current status regarding spectators at the Olympics?

What is the vaccination rate in Japan, and who is it primarily focused on?