We can’t judge how people feel, we just don’t know people’s backgrounds, medical history, mental and physical state etc. foreigners wearing masks because they don’t want to be “bad tourists” is a poor assumption since no one is judging them on that. Unless sick, no reason to have to wear a mask in Japan unless you want to, it’s up to each person the way it’s been in Japan as long as I’ve lived here from 1998.
Hi, John. Good afternoon to you from Hong Kong 🇭🇰 SAR. People in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 still wear mask 😷 for personal protection against the JN.1 and KP.5 new mutational virus 🦠 that is currently free-flowing in the air. Though not many people wear mask, but it is safer to wear masks in public places like shopping 🛍️ 🏬 malls, in the trains 🚈, and other crowded and / or confined places like elevators and theatres and cinemas. We as a family also use AIR TAMER devices for extra protection. Even though it is not mandatory, but it’s safer for us. The Hong Kong Government and hospital authorities ask people ( elderly people and young toddlers) to get early Flu-jabs as Fall / Winter season sets in .
Considering that i have a problems with breathing sometimes i probably wouldn’t wear a mask🤔although it could be a common courtesy unless you’re sick 🙂Thank you for this one 🙂👍!!!
As someone pointed out, in Japan, there is no requirement to wear masks outside of hospitals. However, more people continue to wear them compared to other countries. In addition to the reasons John mentioned, I think this is because Japanese people generally feel less resistance to wearing masks. As a Japanese person, I feel that while people overseas may see mask-wearing as a restriction on their freedom, in Japan, it’s more like putting on a jacket when it gets a bit chilly. Cultural and habitual differences might make mask-wearing among Japanese people stand out. On the other hand, you might notice that sunglasses are less commonly worn in public here. However, many Japanese people understand that wearing sunglasses is common in the West, so when many Westerners wear them in public, it doesn't raise any suspicion. Of course, this is just a general observation-personally, I do wear sunglasses when playing golf, but ultimately, it depends on the time and place.
It's like that now, fortunately, in Japan and in the States. However, it definitely wasn't like that for those "few years". I'm not sure about Japan, but where I lived, it was mandated to wear a mask, and depending on where you went, you could get harassed for not wearing one. I hated this period of time, personally, and it made me resent masks to an extent. Like John said, I'm just glad that we're past that, and now we all live in a judgement-free zone where you can make up your own decisions.
I have a lung disease and am on immune suppressants. I have to wear a mask to prevent sickness. The disease means that I have a persistent cough. It's a very awkward feeling to think that others will believe I am sick (when I am not, not in the contagious sense). How can I communicate to people around me that I am 'safe' and not to be scared?
In my opinion it's not important how people view you, what's important is taking care of yourself...I wear a mask on the trains in Japan if it's crowded and I don't care what people think..
David is right, do not worry how people see you. It’s no one’s business WHY you are wearing it. You have to do what you think is best for your own health. With that said, wearing a smiley face T-shirt might work 😃
I had to wear one only when I was sick at the school in 1998. The school manager gave me one, nose running all day through it, but I made it! Everyone was sick - it was just something we did to do what we could since we HAD TO be at work.
many japanese have lots of allergies and reactions like coughing and sneezing so a mask was always "the right thing to do in public". I saw a woman sneeze at a restaurant people just got up and left because she sneezed in their direction, it was crazy. about 3-4 tables emptied immediatly and the restaurant owner scolded her in almost shouting that she and her partner left as well.
Thank you John for visiting Asahikawa. I live in Hokkaido and I wear a mask for no particular reason. I came to Japan during the pandemic and everytime I went out for work or travel, I would wear one. But since the pandemic has settled, I still wear one as a habit. You don't get any looks. Many japanese people as well don't wear mask anymore.
They sell masks at the hospital at vending machines if you forget one but they are needed to enter or seek treatment. Good to remember before you go in Japan 😉 thanks for this.
Before that time period that shall not be mentioned I was surprised to see on a flight departing from Japan that almost everyone was wearing a mask. At first I thought there were sure a lot of. people who were sick since that's the only time I had seen Japanese in Japan wearing masks, but then I realized they were being worn to keep from getting sick in the confined air space of an airplane. I guess that was a precursor to what would be ahead.
In the beginning, we didn’t know much and it was warranted. Air quality on planes is not bad, air is cycled through very frequently. I was surprised! Trains are not nearly as well ventilated. The air is dry on planes so there is some good value in that sense to masks but it sure is confining when you’re already confined. I still got sick wearing a mask on a plane surrounded by other sick people many years ago. Sometimes, it’s luck of the draw who you sit next to.
I wear a mask if I’m in a crowded situation and the levels of Covid are high lately, like if we’re in the middle of a surge. I’m older and have enough annoying health conditions. I’ve never had Covid, but I’ve had a couple of colds that weren’t Covid or flu that put me in bed for four days. But it’s nice to know that in Japan I don’t have to think about if people are going to think I’m weird for wearing a mask.
I found making sure I’m not vitamin D3 deficient, take zinc and my levels are good, I get good sleep, this bug has very little impact on me. Everyone is different. I won’t go back to masks but everyone is at different levels of health. Now that we know what this is, my *fear* level is zero for me and my family.
Random question that has nothing to do with the context of the video... Have you thought of making a 2nd channel documentary/story on how tatami mats are made and the history behind them?
I just came back from a two week trip to Japan. The first week I was there in Kyoto it was so hot and humid every day. I don’t know how people wear them in that heat.
People were discouraged from wearing them because heat exhaustion and stroke were in the rise! There’s a point where other factors are more dangerous which is that summer heat.
I think Leo butting in and having his say it’s just cute and delightful. I’ve got four sons who are all over the age of 28, and just neat to see little kids again. He just wants to be on RUclips like his dad.
Just say the words John, "Covid" "pandemic", other youtubers do it and they're fine. I just don't like that we can't say so many words these days. It feels like we can't talk about serious topics anymore, the important topics that we SHOULD talk.
I trick my nephews to eat veges by cutting up celery and carrots and having a nice dipping sauce with them. Ill make a homemade ranch often and sometimes even vegan ones
Hi John, I just came back to the states from a 2 weeks trip to Japan. Yes, still many Japanese people I see wears masks, but also many people not. The weather is so damn hot, it was a pain wearing masks in this weather.
I'm in Tokyo next week,bought lots of cool Courier style neck scarves,all in different colour camo,looks cool as F. I'll wear them on the Subway only otherwise I'll look like I'm doing a hold up. Shows respect too,l don't want to be "that" Foreigner,when in Rome etc.
You are not going to be seems as a bad tourists for lot wearing a mask. Please don’t wear one because of that, it’s incorrect thinking. Most Japanese are not wearing them unless they themselves are sick. If you want to wear one, it’s up to you but don’t do it because you’re afraid people may judge you for it. That’s a wrong assumption. That’s the point of the stream today.
Masks scream insecurity. A ton of people here in Taiwan wear them because they are so introverted and shy. Especially women not wanting to put on makeup. I kid you not I even see people wearing them as they drive their car!! When I visit my girlfriend's parents they open the door both wearing masks?! Where is the logic? 😂
Japanese are introverted by nature, so you can see how your comment rings. People are more followers than individual, though it’s macro. Within that, there is a ton of micro individualism like sneaker colors, hair style, interests etc. Yes, I can’t imagine why someone is wearing it alone in the car but keep in mind it could be pollen, some other condition we don’t know about so I don’t judge anymore after being curious and asking people directly why. The answers aren’t because they’re scared. It’s usually some condition.
Hehehe, when I heard that expression, I first laughed so hard it hurt my sides then could never erase the thought 😂 ruining my / any mask experience for me. I’m fine with others though. We don’t know other people’s health, physical condition.
My dad wears a mask because he's older so he's more concerned with catching the big c now. If people are coughing or sneezing around him he'll take out a mask and put it on.
If it makes him feel comfortable, it’s not a bad thing 😊 does it help, not so much for defense unless it’s N95. Just move away. Only if the sick person wears one is it really effective - best to get good sunlight, take D3 and zinc supplements and get good rest. Stay healthy that way :)
@@onlyinjapanGO He feels less nervous, and doesn't force it on anyone else. Just his preference :) Yeah, he has an n95 for that reason. But also tends to stick around in the outdoor settings the most. He prefers to sit in the fresh air rather than inside anywhere after all that inside time we had. He's super into that stuff.
During the “miracle” years in the 1960s and 1970s, pollution was off the charts bad! Air and water. Yes, masks were so necessary. The summer, it stank so bad in Tokyo, the Sumida River was sludge. Glad it’s better and we can breathe fresh air again.Hearing the stories from older Japanese about the city is both fascinating and horrifying how they lived.
First of all, Leo is soooo cute! When I was in Japan in the spring, I had some HORRIBLE cold. Not the unspeakable thing, but I wore a mask to protect the Japanese people from my phlegm. It was actually kinda cool; I had a solid mask on, and I had bought a nice coat from a secondhand store because it was colder than expected (that cold snap before the cherry blossoms!). I was riding the train by myself, and some locals even sat with me, which is unusual when I’m traveling with other foreigners, lol (I mean that totally lightheartedly). Thanks for the video!!
I like masks in that sense, my mother used to say “cover your mouth!” But with a mask, it really works to help you do that. Only when I’m sick do I wear them now because we do have to think about others well being and have control over that.
On my trip last year, the only time I was required to wear a mask was at a shrine museum on the Shimanami Kaido route. Was kinda funny since it was one of the quietest least busy places in the whole trip.
News sometimes travels slowly out in the countryside. It could also be because someone there had just been sick … etc etc. can’t assume why exactly but I’ve not heard of any places with mandatory rules except hospitals and clinics.
Is it a salad??? No is the supposedly correct answer about whether FF, ketchup, and avocado together is a salad. Yes, is the true answer. Your son is right.. The mixing makes it a salad. It has two colours besides the white, green and red from avocado and tomato which makes it a more balanced salad. The tubers (Fried potatoes) give it a fling base. The question should be perhaps , is it a typical healthful salad It isn’t. Smart son. 😂
@@onlyinjapanGO I saw a few on the trains and occasionally on the street, but mainly just in restaurants. I think a lot of tourists have pre-conceived notions about both Japan and the Japanese people.
Indeed that is the norm in Japan, don’t get others sick because you’ll feel shameful if you do. Not your fault if you wore a mask, did your duty - had to go into work. If you’re really sick and can stay home, that’s even better!
Masks have almost no drawbacks, I wore them even before covid. They protect you from air pollution in the winter, keep your face warm and they give you more privacy.
I admit to wearing one when I had a zit in my nose and once on my lip. I looked like Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and it saved me from days of embarrassment!
The first time I saw people wearing masks in Japan (in the 2000s) I thought they were wearing them because the air was so polluted LOL. But the air didn’t look bad. Then someone told me why.
NOT if you’re wearing it for “protection” but if sick people do, it absolutely will cut down on infections. Science. Not 100% but it keeps it from spreading which is how we survive / the whole city doesn’t get sick, during Tokyo flu season.
Actually Science says yes. Masks help prevent the risk of respiratory virus transmission. But it's almost impossible to prevent ignorance and disbelief in science when someone believes that science is wrong or not true. When one has reached this point, they are to far gone already and are going to believe something, whether it's true or not. It's to late already to explain anything to them or change their mind. It's a complete waste of time.
But they do! I always used to get sick after any flight, but now after c-19, I learned 2 wear a mask at the airport and during flights, no more colds, and I fly often! So masking is working, use good multiple layers...
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Appreciate the non-sensationalised discussion. You gave some facts and observations and weren't judgemental of anyone.
We can’t judge how people feel, we just don’t know people’s backgrounds, medical history, mental and physical state etc. foreigners wearing masks because they don’t want to be “bad tourists” is a poor assumption since no one is judging them on that. Unless sick, no reason to have to wear a mask in Japan unless you want to, it’s up to each person the way it’s been in Japan as long as I’ve lived here from 1998.
I live in Tokyo, I wear a mask when I'm sick or when I go to a clinic. Otherwise I'm freeballin'
Good point, always need one inside of hospitals and clinics.
Always looking forward to the father and son duo.❤ Lovin' it. Have a fabulous weekend with Leo, John. Nihon style as usual :)
Hi, John. Good afternoon to you from Hong Kong 🇭🇰 SAR. People in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 still wear mask 😷 for personal protection against the JN.1 and KP.5 new mutational virus 🦠 that is currently free-flowing in the air. Though not many people wear mask, but it is safer to wear masks in public places like shopping 🛍️ 🏬 malls, in the trains 🚈, and other crowded and / or confined places like elevators and theatres and cinemas. We as a family also use AIR TAMER devices for extra protection. Even though it is not mandatory, but it’s safer for us.
The Hong Kong Government and hospital authorities ask people ( elderly people and young toddlers) to get early Flu-jabs as Fall / Winter season sets in .
Considering that i have a problems with breathing sometimes i probably wouldn’t wear a mask🤔although it could be a common courtesy unless you’re sick 🙂Thank you for this one 🙂👍!!!
As someone pointed out, in Japan, there is no requirement to wear masks outside of hospitals. However, more people continue to wear them compared to other countries. In addition to the reasons John mentioned, I think this is because Japanese people generally feel less resistance to wearing masks. As a Japanese person, I feel that while people overseas may see mask-wearing as a restriction on their freedom, in Japan, it’s more like putting on a jacket when it gets a bit chilly.
Cultural and habitual differences might make mask-wearing among Japanese people stand out. On the other hand, you might notice that sunglasses are less commonly worn in public here. However, many Japanese people understand that wearing sunglasses is common in the West, so when many Westerners wear them in public, it doesn't raise any suspicion. Of course, this is just a general observation-personally, I do wear sunglasses when playing golf, but ultimately, it depends on the time and place.
I like Japan because you have the freedom to wear a mask and the freedom to not wear a mask. No one judges either way.
It's like that now, fortunately, in Japan and in the States. However, it definitely wasn't like that for those "few years". I'm not sure about Japan, but where I lived, it was mandated to wear a mask, and depending on where you went, you could get harassed for not wearing one. I hated this period of time, personally, and it made me resent masks to an extent.
Like John said, I'm just glad that we're past that, and now we all live in a judgement-free zone where you can make up your own decisions.
Hi. I love your videos and you have a beautiful son.
Thank you! He’s a good boy 👦🏻 ❤️
"you could smell your iPhone being made" 😂🤣😂
It’s in the air, MacBook Air 💻
I have a lung disease and am on immune suppressants. I have to wear a mask to prevent sickness. The disease means that I have a persistent cough. It's a very awkward feeling to think that others will believe I am sick (when I am not, not in the contagious sense).
How can I communicate to people around me that I am 'safe' and not to be scared?
In my opinion it's not important how people view you, what's important is taking care of yourself...I wear a mask on the trains in Japan if it's crowded and I don't care what people think..
Wishing you good health my friend 🙏
David is right, do not worry how people see you. It’s no one’s business WHY you are wearing it. You have to do what you think is best for your own health. With that said, wearing a smiley face T-shirt might work 😃
Iv got the simarly thing things make me couth like smoke parphym
I used to work in Japan year 2000 and Japanese were using facemask.
I had to wear one only when I was sick at the school in 1998. The school manager gave me one, nose running all day through it, but I made it! Everyone was sick - it was just something we did to do what we could since we HAD TO be at work.
many japanese have lots of allergies and reactions like coughing and sneezing so a mask was always "the right thing to do in public". I saw a woman sneeze at a restaurant people just got up and left because she sneezed in their direction, it was crazy. about 3-4 tables emptied immediatly and the restaurant owner scolded her in almost shouting that she and her partner left as well.
Thank you John for visiting Asahikawa. I live in Hokkaido and I wear a mask for no particular reason. I came to Japan during the pandemic and everytime I went out for work or travel, I would wear one. But since the pandemic has settled, I still wear one as a habit. You don't get any looks. Many japanese people as well don't wear mask anymore.
Also when patients go to a clinic or hospital 🏥 for an appointment and / or treatment, everyone MUST wear mask 😷 while in the clinic or hospital 🏥.
They sell masks at the hospital at vending machines if you forget one but they are needed to enter or seek treatment. Good to remember before you go in Japan 😉 thanks for this.
I wear mask when boarding the train here in japan because my friend just contracted TB from riding trains. Can't be too careful
I don’t know if wearing one will prevent it. Just reduce the risk. Public transportation is like that.
masks also stave off the effect of other people's BO
Before that time period that shall not be mentioned I was surprised to see on a flight departing from Japan that almost everyone was wearing a mask. At first I thought there were sure a lot of. people who were sick since that's the only time I had seen Japanese in Japan wearing masks, but then I realized they were being worn to keep from getting sick in the confined air space of an airplane. I guess that was a precursor to what would be ahead.
In the beginning, we didn’t know much and it was warranted. Air quality on planes is not bad, air is cycled through very frequently. I was surprised! Trains are not nearly as well ventilated. The air is dry on planes so there is some good value in that sense to masks but it sure is confining when you’re already confined. I still got sick wearing a mask on a plane surrounded by other sick people many years ago. Sometimes, it’s luck of the draw who you sit next to.
I wear a mask if I’m in a crowded situation and the levels of Covid are high lately, like if we’re in the middle of a surge. I’m older and have enough annoying health conditions. I’ve never had Covid, but I’ve had a couple of colds that weren’t Covid or flu that put me in bed for four days. But it’s nice to know that in Japan I don’t have to think about if people are going to think I’m weird for wearing a mask.
I found making sure I’m not vitamin D3 deficient, take zinc and my levels are good, I get good sleep, this bug has very little impact on me. Everyone is different. I won’t go back to masks but everyone is at different levels of health. Now that we know what this is, my *fear* level is zero for me and my family.
Random question that has nothing to do with the context of the video... Have you thought of making a 2nd channel documentary/story on how tatami mats are made and the history behind them?
Yes
I just came back from a two week trip to Japan. The first week I was there in Kyoto it was so hot and humid every day. I don’t know how people wear them in that heat.
People were discouraged from wearing them because heat exhaustion and stroke were in the rise! There’s a point where other factors are more dangerous which is that summer heat.
I think Leo butting in and having his say it’s just cute and delightful. I’ve got four sons who are all over the age of 28, and just neat to see little kids again. He just wants to be on RUclips like his dad.
Hehehe, he’s got a lot to say! Any wait until he learns more words!
Just say the words John, "Covid" "pandemic", other youtubers do it and they're fine.
I just don't like that we can't say so many words these days. It feels like we can't talk about serious topics anymore, the important topics that we SHOULD talk.
Go Leo go.
He’s still going 3 hours later 😂 🕺
Avocado negates French fries ❤ l was on vacation last week and l followed this advice rigorously ❤️
I trick my nephews to eat veges by cutting up celery and carrots and having a nice dipping sauce with them. Ill make a homemade ranch often and sometimes even vegan ones
You're not judgemental, what gave you that idea, LOL......
❤Happy Sons Day 🎉
Thanks for sharing it. ✌️
What's the best way to experience Halloween in Tokyo? Is it also on Oct. 31st?
That China iPhone joke was great
I used to work in Japan year 2000 and japanese people were using facemask.
Hi John, I just came back to the states from a 2 weeks trip to Japan. Yes, still many Japanese people I see wears masks, but also many people not. The weather is so damn hot, it was a pain
wearing masks in this weather.
I'm in Tokyo next week,bought lots of cool Courier style neck scarves,all in different colour camo,looks cool as F. I'll wear them on the Subway only otherwise I'll look like I'm doing a hold up. Shows respect too,l don't want to be "that" Foreigner,when in Rome etc.
You are not going to be seems as a bad tourists for lot wearing a mask. Please don’t wear one because of that, it’s incorrect thinking. Most Japanese are not wearing them unless they themselves are sick. If you want to wear one, it’s up to you but don’t do it because you’re afraid people may judge you for it. That’s a wrong assumption. That’s the point of the stream today.
Masks scream insecurity.
A ton of people here in Taiwan wear them because they are so introverted and shy. Especially women not wanting to put on makeup. I kid you not I even see people wearing them as they drive their car!! When I visit my girlfriend's parents they open the door both wearing masks?! Where is the logic? 😂
Japanese are introverted by nature, so you can see how your comment rings. People are more followers than individual, though it’s macro. Within that, there is a ton of micro individualism like sneaker colors, hair style, interests etc.
Yes, I can’t imagine why someone is wearing it alone in the car but keep in mind it could be pollen, some other condition we don’t know about so I don’t judge anymore after being curious and asking people directly why. The answers aren’t because they’re scared. It’s usually some condition.
I'll never wear a face diaper.
Hehehe, when I heard that expression, I first laughed so hard it hurt my sides then could never erase the thought 😂 ruining my / any mask experience for me. I’m fine with others though. We don’t know other people’s health, physical condition.
My dad wears a mask because he's older so he's more concerned with catching the big c now. If people are coughing or sneezing around him he'll take out a mask and put it on.
If it makes him feel comfortable, it’s not a bad thing 😊 does it help, not so much for defense unless it’s N95. Just move away.
Only if the sick person wears one is it really effective - best to get good sunlight, take D3 and zinc supplements and get good rest. Stay healthy that way :)
@@onlyinjapanGO He feels less nervous, and doesn't force it on anyone else. Just his preference :) Yeah, he has an n95 for that reason. But also tends to stick around in the outdoor settings the most. He prefers to sit in the fresh air rather than inside anywhere after all that inside time we had. He's super into that stuff.
Leo makes a good point. Hard to argue with that.
Trust in Leo. After the stream, he made a house for the ants to live in 😂 🐜
Japanese have worn masks at various times since the 1950’s when the smog in Tokyo was terrible.
During the “miracle” years in the 1960s and 1970s, pollution was off the charts bad! Air and water. Yes, masks were so necessary. The summer, it stank so bad in Tokyo, the Sumida River was sludge. Glad it’s better and we can breathe fresh air again.Hearing the stories from older Japanese about the city is both fascinating and horrifying how they lived.
you could smell your iPhone being made that is funny
Smelled like - 16 Pro Max and an iPad Mini 7 today!
First of all, Leo is soooo cute!
When I was in Japan in the spring, I had some HORRIBLE cold. Not the unspeakable thing, but I wore a mask to protect the Japanese people from my phlegm. It was actually kinda cool; I had a solid mask on, and I had bought a nice coat from a secondhand store because it was colder than expected (that cold snap before the cherry blossoms!). I was riding the train by myself, and some locals even sat with me, which is unusual when I’m traveling with other foreigners, lol (I mean that totally lightheartedly).
Thanks for the video!!
I like masks in that sense, my mother used to say “cover your mouth!” But with a mask, it really works to help you do that. Only when I’m sick do I wear them now because we do have to think about others well being and have control over that.
In a government hospital i caught covid.
That’s not good 😞
Are you going to Ramen festival? I plan to go. Hope to see you there.
Perhaps.
In the high school where I worked in California, the teens will wear a mask to cover up blemishes.
Been doing that for years here :) adds a layer of mystery to people. I remember noticing how pretty people’s eyes were! … then I saw the teeth …. 😳
On my trip last year, the only time I was required to wear a mask was at a shrine museum on the Shimanami Kaido route. Was kinda funny since it was one of the quietest least busy places in the whole trip.
News sometimes travels slowly out in the countryside. It could also be because someone there had just been sick … etc etc. can’t assume why exactly but I’ve not heard of any places with mandatory rules except hospitals and clinics.
1:45 to be fair, he has a good point.
It’s a very good point! I cannot disagree 😆 hahaha
Nice vid
It was awsome seeing your smile today!!!
Hi, is it worth paying to go up in Skytree, Tokyo Tower, or Shibuya Sky, or is the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building good enough?
Depends … TMGB is free and a nice view. Try the Bunkyoku Civic Building near Tokyo Dome! Nice observatory for free.
@@onlyinjapanGO thank you.
Is it a salad???
No is the supposedly correct answer about whether FF, ketchup, and avocado together is a salad.
Yes, is the true answer. Your son is right..
The mixing makes it a salad. It has two colours besides the white, green and red from avocado and tomato which makes it a more balanced salad.
The tubers (Fried potatoes) give it a fling base.
The question should be perhaps , is it a typical healthful salad
It isn’t. Smart son. 😂
The burger was meme at to be disassembled 😂 he got the pineapple and 1/3 of the meat.
@@onlyinjapanGO 😆
I saw very few masks on a quite recent trip.
I don’t see many anymore which is why I’m not sure how the info that wearing one makes you a better tourist …?!? That’s not the reason to wear one 😉
@@onlyinjapanGO I saw a few on the trains and occasionally on the street, but mainly just in restaurants. I think a lot of tourists have pre-conceived notions about both Japan and the Japanese people.
i actualy like masks, but im a ninja!
That’s another reason to wear one 😂 🥷🏽
Without even watching the video yet, if you're sick, wear a mask. Enough said.
Indeed that is the norm in Japan, don’t get others sick because you’ll feel shameful if you do. Not your fault if you wore a mask, did your duty - had to go into work. If you’re really sick and can stay home, that’s even better!
Masks have almost no drawbacks, I wore them even before covid. They protect you from air pollution in the winter, keep your face warm and they give you more privacy.
I admit to wearing one when I had a zit in my nose and once on my lip. I looked like Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and it saved me from days of embarrassment!
Those masks are a good habit.
Wearing Masks is a must for a safety reasons, even if you're sick. Thanks John for having fun with Leo in Odaiba. I'll catch your next live real soon.
My family still wear masks whenever we go out in our own country. I still wear masks everywhere I went when I visited Japan last March.
It’s up to each person. If you’re not sick, you don’t *have to* wear one in Japan. I don’t and won’t anymore
The first time I saw people wearing masks in Japan (in the 2000s) I thought they were wearing them because the air was so polluted LOL. But the air didn’t look bad. Then someone told me why.
None of these comments take into account the FACT that masks don't prevent transmission.
NOT if you’re wearing it for “protection” but if sick people do, it absolutely will cut down on infections. Science. Not 100% but it keeps it from spreading which is how we survive / the whole city doesn’t get sick, during Tokyo flu season.
Actually Science says yes. Masks help prevent the risk of respiratory virus transmission. But it's almost impossible to prevent ignorance and disbelief in science when someone believes that science is wrong or not true. When one has reached this point, they are to far gone already and are going to believe something, whether it's true or not. It's to late already to explain anything to them or change their mind. It's a complete waste of time.
But they do! I always used to get sick after any flight, but now after c-19, I learned 2 wear a mask at the airport and during flights, no more colds, and I fly often! So masking is working, use good multiple layers...
Mask vs n95 respirator. N95 and above works.
Facts
Never have never will.
Only when sick, but most people just stay home 🏠 but masks 😷 are not making a mandatory come back anytime soon, never was in Japan.