While living in Japan, I couldn't help but marvel at their level of discipline when it comes to rules that benefit everyone in their society. If any country can beat this menace, it's the Japanese people 🏆
I can't say enough good things about you, Dr. John! I watch you every day. I practice what you preach; my family is safer and healthier thanks to your daily info and updates. Most people in rural Minnesota have not and will not practice social distancing and mask wearing, it's scary, especially with the rising numbers in the state.
Thank you for reporting about my country Japan and my city, Tokyo. I’m bilingual and I’m out and about in the city and listening to some local news, so I’ll be glad to send you report of whatever questions you may have about news from Japan.
Japanese authorities haven't been proactive. It was the Japanese public themselves who took action - from February many people in Tokyo were working from home. Many stayed home in their free time of their own accord - JP people are cautious. As mentioned in the video, it's common for people to wear masks here. Also, general hygiene is better here. There is little trust in the government, and in general people are dissatisfied with how the government has handled it. The state of emergency wasn't what other countries might expect. People were "asked" to stay home. Testing has been ridiculously low here, so many people who have had it couldn't confirm they had it. Rules in Japan mean that almost all people who test positive must go to hospital (>90% of positive cases were hospitalised). In other countries, only 10-20% are hospitalised. The rules they have mean IF they test more, hospitals will be over-run. So they only test the absolute worst cases.
So is that bad though... you only want the worst cases in hospital. So why test everyone and put them in hospital? You only want the sick ones there, not the ones who test positive. Isolate them yes.
that is interesting. Our German chief scientific advisor on Covid seems to believe the current Japanese strategy (especially the element of it where you focus on clusters rather than individual cases) is working. But if the low case numbers reflect a low number of tests, the conclusion is flawed.
This is true. A Japanese friend of mine has told me the same. The reported numbers are not right, the government is failing a lot in the areas you've just mentioned. That friend of mine has been working from home since March.
@@jonathanasher1472 I'm not suggesting everyone should be tested + positive cases hospitalised. Only the worst cases should be hospitalised. However, more people should have been tested. There are many reports from doctors who complained about having Covid 19 test requests rejected. I'm pointing out the reason why they're intentionally not testing many people is due to their rules. However, the risk of such little testing/contact tracing is asymptomatic spreading. The low number of cases here is due to the Japanese public's diligence and caution, not the government's strategy. I've been frustrated here with the lack of proactive testing.
Peter Roche hmm from what I understand the central government doesn't have the authority to call for and enforce any real form of lockdown, I'm not 100% but that's what they said more or less. The prefectural governments have some more power as far as I understand but I'm not clear on how much. I'm in NL with my wife who is Japanese and was booked to fly back to visit her parents in early May which of course didn't happen. But here the authorities did shut down a number of non essential businesses as well as the usual public transport schedule and what's left is for essential use only.
I'm Japanese, living in London. This was a very interestimg conversation. I was very worried about Japan before they issued the stste of emergency but I'm surprised they were able to keep the number of infection low. Mask wearing are our routine for years and people can self isolate and stay home without lawful enforcement. We are educated to strictly follow the rule and be considerate to others from very young age at school so everyone follow the same way without any dispute if the instruction is given. Many people also tend to think that they would be afraid to trouble others by their action or behaviour. I am very sure the culture of respect and discipline and mask wearing contributed the success in controlling the spread.
Here in US, prior to COVID, any time you went to an Urgent Care or usually any clinic there was a stand by the door with masks, hand sanitizer, and a notice saying to put on a mask if having respiratory symptoms. This was pre COVID and people complied without thinking about it. Now mask wearing has become so political, seen as negative and over-reactionary by many. Don;t get it.
@@michellec8546 Mask is supplied in the US. that is interesting. Well, we also see hand sanitizers are placed available at the entrance of the hospitals, supermarkets, schools and other places, but my impression is that many people still don't seem to be interested to use them. In London, again, many people don't seems to know the benefit of wearing a face masks. In the UK, the goverment don't promote wearing masks at all so many people have the wrong perception about masks. some p eople still avoid you if you are wearing a mask as if you have a disease. Now as the UK is relaxing many lock down measures and many are forgetting social distance and hygiene very quickly.
One point that seemed to be missed is shoes. In Japan and many other places in Asia, people take off shoes when they enter a home. There is normally a "dirty" area where shoes are kept. Inside, people will use slippers, socks, inside shoes, etc. but they won't normally wear outside shoes inside homes. In many buildings there will be bathroom slippers that are only used in the public bathroom. There might be problems with sharing slippers but in general the notion that shoes are dirty is common in Japan. Repair men will even put down floor tarps before using shoes inside or more often just take off their shoes. In stores one has to often take off shoes before using a changing room. A good way to get people upset in Japan is by walking in a room with shoes where shoes aren't allowed. I don't know about the UK but at least in the US people often don't take off shoes and I've often even seen people lying down on coaches and even beds with shoes on. There are exceptions, nothing is 100%, but in general taking off outside shoes is very important in Japan when you go into the home. Taking off shoes inside may not be as important as most wearing mask, but I'm sure it also helps reduce the spread of Covid-19. Another low tech action, that may help avoid infection.
Excellent point. Taking shoes off is a custom that keeps homes very clean. This is true in Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, etc where the COVID death numbers are low.
In Sweden we have taken our shoes off for centuries.And we thought USA was strange because they walk with dirty shoes inside. Not logical. No Point in cleaning then.
More than one American colleague I've worked with, has plunked their butt down in a chair then planted crossed ankles high up on a desk, pointing towards folks faces. One of the many simple habits that needs changing.
@@mikebennett489 My goodness, we don't more guesswork. The virus cannot survive underneath our shoes and suddenly rise up to attack us ...However. taking your shoes off is a good idea if you want keep floors clean and do less chores 😊 th-cam.com/video/HBcq5EzBcmQ/w-d-xo.html
Vitamin D! - Japan consumes an enormous amount of vitamin D rich fish - on top of this they consume a large number of fermented foods - miso, natto, soy sauce - plus something that not many are noticing - salt - Japan consumes a lot of salt yet has the highest life expectancy in the world.
We have to be careful of the stats about Japanese being the most long-lived. That's generally been predicated on Okinawans (southern islanders) who are long-lived. A doctor acquaintance of mine told me last year that when you subtract out the older Okinawans, the rest of the population fallen to an average commesurate with other countries. That's an imperfect recap of what he told me, so take that for what it is. I'm not a doctor- just passing on what a Japanese doctor told me.
@@cejannuzi Sadly, I predict that obesity and diabetes etc. are going to become huge problems in the Asian population. You ever go into an Asian market? I have a Chinese, a Korean, a Japanese, and a Vietnamese market in my regular rotation and my God, the snacks! Tons of sugary, starchy, admittedly delicious, snacks! And sugary drinks! The traditional Okinawan diet was small portions, and not a lot of starches and sugars. Those were for special times. Lots of veggies, more fish and seafood than things like red meat or even chicken, and lots of exercise. Not running-a-marathon type exercise but like the Amish, doing the equivalent of walking several miles a day.
For a better health I try to include more antioxidants in my food. Dark choccolate every day. Different berries each day. Cinnamon every day. One teaspoon. Turmeric several times a Week in cooking.Eat it with Little black pepper for better uptake. Small changes that make a difference.
Dr John methinks you rather enjoyed that interview 😉, it made me smile to see that and cheered me up on an otherwise tough day. Thanks as always. Hugs from yet another British Columbian.
Thank you Dr. John and Jenny. Very interesting. Respect to the Japanese people. I agree there is so much we all could learn from each other. Stay safe and stay well. Hugs from Utah, U.S.A.
I got into a protracted argument with an American online about the necessity of wearing masks in public places. Honest to goodness, his firm belief was that he personally did not feel threatened by Covid because he was young and in good health and that therefore it was unnecessary for him to wear masks. His opinion was that if you do feel threatened, i.e. because of age or underlying health condition, then it was up to you to take the responsibility to stay home. Why should everyone else suffer? This is the crux of the problem. Americans CAN be extremely self-oriented. In this, they are inconsiderate compared to other cultures.
Americans have free education, not good education. You can graduate with a 1.0 which is a 25% grade. We have teachers who want the paycheck but don’t care about the communities they teach. So expecting grown products of this system to be discerning about health science is a wrap. Eating fast food daily, not wearing condoms while having promiscuous sex, smoking in 2020, fighting with police. Not good health moves.
I have a son working in Japan for five years. When I went out to see him it was a bit of a shock. Anywhere in the country in any building, street, park or toilets they are very clean. They bow to greet or say good bye. Masks are seen and would be used more now. Family honour is formost, more feared than the Police. These facts are posible more to do with the virus not taking hold.
Brilliant interview with a brilliant lady, Dr John. I'm in Scotland and hardly anyone wears masks. I wish we'd learn what an easy way it is to protect each other. I'm usually the sole mask-wearer in the supermarket or on the bus to and from work. It's so frustrating.
Pamela Atkinson agreed I wear a mask and disposable gloves to the supermarket I don’t use public transport. I’ve seen more mask wearing in supermarkets but in general people don’t even though we are advised to do so. Madness IMO.
Pamela & Vanessa: You mean the public health department of Scotland never required residents to wear masks in public areas like supermarkets & public transportation during the pandemic? Are cases there on the rise or going downwards? I think you should take precautions and wear a mask & adhere to social distancing in crowded public areas. Take Care & Stay Safe.
Bezz80 : That is an unknown fact. The type of mask is definitely apart of the equation. However, it is about YOU protecting OTHERS, when wearing a mask. It is a fact that people can have Covid19 and never know it, so they pass it on.......that’s the problem. One doesn’t know they’re carrying a virtually serious virus, which will be the cause of death for far to many. That’s all I’m saying.
Hi. Long time listener from Japan. As a Japanese, I would say things she mentioned about what’s going on in Japan were accurate. As I have been wondering the reasons behind the trend here, Covid 19 death rates in Japan have been so low compared to other Western Nation, despite the facts that a large number of Chinese nationals visited Japan following the outbreak in China. Probably As she described, I would guess cultural practices may have played a big part in mitigating the spread of disease such as no hand shaking, no hugging, no kissing on the cheek, mask wearing culture etc.... However, In Japan, an infamously known crowded public transportation systems and many other crowded places, and I hate to mention but there are thousands of red light districts where men get sexual services across the nation, are things of concern for foreseeable future. Anyway, I want to thank Dr. John Campbell for putting valuable and informative Covid 19 related information every day!!! Peace and Love from Japan 🇯🇵
Covid-19 is not highly infectious nor does it have a high mortality rate. The UK government downgraded it before the UK lockdown! then 3 days later published "Options for increasing adherence to social distancing measures 22nd March 2020". "Status of COVID-19 As of 19 March 2020, COVID-19 is no longer considered to be a high consequence infectious disease (HCID) in the UK." "Now that more is known about COVID-19, the public health bodies in the UK have reviewed the most up to date information about COVID-19 against the UK HCID criteria. They have determined that several features have now changed; in particular, more information is available about mortality rates (low overall), and there is now greater clinical awareness and a specific and sensitive laboratory test, the availability of which continues to increase.The Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens (ACDP) is also of the opinion that COVID-19 should no longer be classified as an HCID."
Agreed having lived there for 7 years. Wife and kids Japanese. The person who said why am I listening to someone who can’t speak Japanese annoyed me. I do. She was pretty accurate
@@FlyingPhilUK lol...look up World population and world population births vs World covid-19 deaths(overblown figures due to fudged death certificates)...and it's still obvious "mortality rates (low overall)" There has be no spike in shop workers deaths nor police officers deaths due to it not being highly infectious. 3,2,1 and you're wide awake. :D The whole thing was total rubbish from the start. TH-cam Lord Sumption BBC interview on lockdown. An actual voice of reason at last....and inadvertently show it's all been rubbish.
Good info from Ginny in Japan, seems like a good person. Thank you for the insights. Thank you Dr John. I agree with you about the US situation too. Double scary.
I live in Central Virginia an have been to several big box stores in the past week and 99% of people are wearing some sort of face masks. I'm quite happy with that.
I've found depends on the community. I can go from my community, where overwhelmingly most wear masks, to 30 min drive away to a community where majority not wearing masks. Two areas very different in socio-economic and education levels as well.
People in Asia frequently wear masks for health reasons so are probably more comfortable and don't view them as an intrusian upon personal freedom as many of us westerners do.
What mask can do to your personal freedom anyways ? No one give a crap to your face on the street unless you have a crime . American sure have weird opinion on the mask . In fact they turn the mask into political tool .....
Wearing a mask for health reasons is very good if it protects you. I think us westerners probably should try to wear masks for those same reasons. I wear one when I go shopping and do find it uncomfortable, but I suffer with asthma so I’m going to try and get used to it 👍
I would argue that wearing a mask protects you from surveillance, end so enhances personal freedom. I worked in Tokyo for 6 months recently. The masks fascinated me to start with. I did some research into it and, whilst a lot of the reasons for mask wearing is health (and even before Coronavirus there were signs in the metro telling people to wear masks when they were ill), there is also an element of fashion and of anonymity.
I'm Canadian and smart enough to adapt when my life depends upon it. Death intrudes upon my personal freedom. Don't speak for "many of us westerners". Change or die.
Thank you Jenny and Dr Campbell for sharing your experience and your discussion. Always good to hear from people living through the pandemic across the world. Stay safe everyone
Thanks for posting this, Dr. Campbell! Commenting from Ontario, Canada here. I've been watching your (almost) daily updates since late March, but I really love this interview. Since I used to live and work in Japan, many of the points that were brought up in the interview are very true. Keep up the great work! By the way, I just thought I'd share some of the things I've been doing since the pandemic took hold on my side of the pond: - taking Vitamin D3, C supplements every day - going for walks (while keeping my distance from others) - taking Zinc (with a meal) every day - wearing a mask whenever I shop for groceries I look forward to more of your videos in the future!
Wonderful interview. I am Japanese living in California. I have been talking to my family in Japan, and kept wondering how Japan has been able to manage Covid-19 despite the dense population. But I absolutely agree with her about mask wearing, hand washing, and I know she did not mention, but gurgling, too. And “considerate for others” mentality as well as strong sense of social contract.
Thank you so much for a fair report on Japan. I’ve lived here for forty years, and it’s almost impossible to hear fair reporting on Japan. She’s great!
I have a friend in Japan who seems to think the government couldn’t care any less about the coronavirus and is more preoccupied with opening up the economy at all costs.
I am also living in Tokyo. Most people (95%) seem to be wearing masks. This is good. The lack of testing is lamentable though, since they missed a chance to trace all know cases when they were getting low.
TheObsessivePainter ! Japan is great, if you haven't yet you should visit :-) the food is incredible and all the technology makes me feel like we are 50yrs behind in Europe. I would also say it isn't nearly as expensive as some seem to think, hotels are about the same price as here in the Netherlands, food is a lot cheaper if you stay away from specific expensive things. Real Japanese Ramen is an experience I think everyone should have.
If only we English had the discipline that is clearly shown in Japan, China too. I was very well disciplined but so many of today's generation couldn't care less about anyone. A great video Dr John and Jenny, thank you.
And my friend (A Brit) who's moved over there for work is very concerned about how they had a two week-seeming lockdown then went "great, nothing happened, lets go back to normal". Children still had to go to school so even if they were social distancing IN the 'classroom', they would still be spreading it.
Near me in Knotty Ash, L14 the authorities kitted out a closed down nursing home for covid patients. It hasn't seen a single patient. Yet homes in the area have had many deaths from covid. It's like it has all been planned. I can't explain the details in any other way. It's on Thomas Lane where Ken Dodd lived - check the details for yourself x
Everyone here in Carlsbad, California HAS to wear a mask in all stores. I don't actually know if its the law or not, or just a health advisory from the State.. Mask wearing is heavily politicized (here anyway) Those who sway in a certain political direction seem to deny all science and evidence and complain relentlessly about wearing a mask. I don't know why. It drives me potty. Thank you Dr John for your updates and the time you spend researching each day for us all! We love your videos
Carlsbad is the dannish Town. And you look very Scandinavian. Just curious. Are your grandparents from Scandinavia? I really Think so. You look very Swedish.
@@pirjolindqvist7819 I moved here from England and my known heritage is English and a bit of Scottish going back a few generations.. Aside from that, I have no idea! Ha.
possibly, but it will be many factors and not just one. Many people wear masks, do not shake hands, take shoes off before stepping inside a house, diet, listen and comply to government and so on
@@kevintrye7605 that's a lie. My dad doesn't have health insurance and he goes to a local clinic to get checked and get prescriptions for his blood pressure.
Kevin Trye true but i thick the fear of unknown is also one of the reason. All over the world up to now covid tested positive being ask to isolate quarantine and go to emergency when breathing become difficult. Sometimes its too late.
Bike lanes in Japan are very unusual, most cycle on the side walk because there is no other space for them. What she says might apply to Tokyo but certainly not Osaka and further west. I don't think I've ever seen a bike lane other than a couple in Osaka that are so narrow they are useless... or maybe it's a new thing of the last 2 years.
One thing mentioned a little but not much is Japanese cleanliness that far surpasses any other country. They are clean to the point of OCD. All taxi and bus drivers wear white gloves. Street cleaners are out constantly cleaning with white gloves as well. They are very germaphobic. There are some touching within household but not out in public. Last time I visited and saw my relatives after many years, there were no hugs. We bowed several times and smiled a lot. I know it sounds strange to us but they think we are quite invasive of privacy and we are strange.
Roadent1241 Yep ! had to stay in Japan an extra three days and haven't flown since ! I hate airports ! Don't mind flying, but apart from takeoff and landing it is boring ! Oh and I already am a member of the mile high club !
You can’t explain why... they live to 87 for a reason..it’s there general health, diet, following social rules. That’s it. That’s not air pollution. Be healthy.
Wearing masks is the most urgent and the most effective thing you can do. Japan is the proof. Because, from what the guest says, Japan is not very strict concerning the other recomandations. But still, very few cases. Hygiene is the key. Tokyo is very dense. We should see crowded hospitals but we don't. I don't see any other explanation. When WHO said in February that the virus mainly spreads with droplets for me that was obvious, it's just all about masks and hand hygiene. Thanks you very much for these interviews, I would be glad to give mine from France if you want too. I'm in IT, but I also have a master degree of biology. I followed the situation closely since the very begining and I watched almost all the WHO conferences. During the H1N1 pandemic in 2009, I was having virology lecture. We had one lecture one day when the teacher told us that one of the most feared virus was the flu. A very few days after, we had this new info about H1N1. They told us that scientists were very vigilant concerning smallpox (the worst virus ever, which could easily be a bio-wearpon, that's scary) and flu zoonoses. They told us that Ebola was very dangerous at an individual and community level, but less at an epidemiological level because it's very visible and it kills quickly. In France we did respect the rules and social distancing, but we didn't do more than we were told to. For example we all wear masks in public transports, but rarely in shops. We had a cluster in the north east of france, and the whole country was locked down. In the south west where I live, we had only very few cases, as my GP said. In france we had a strange debate on chloroquine, because of this doctor, pr Raoult. Regarding economy, like many countries in the world we are in trouble. I come from a city (Toulouse) where the main activity (by far) is related to airplane. Since the airplane industry is hit very hard, we are all thinking that we are going to loose our jobs. I already lost mine, like many of my colleagues in Airbus. When I lost my mission in Toulouse, I bought a sewing machine and I started to sew masks. I sew 100 masks. I gave them to neighboors, to my GP, to pharmacies and to care homes. This is how I used my time. I did study science but I couldn't find a job in the industry, so I had to find a new specialisation (information technology). Now that I'm unemployed (again) I'm starting to thing about my profesional future, and I would be glad to build an entreprise for the preservation of the environment. Because we don't have job anymore, and we are many to feel worried about the future of our planet. We already had "meetings" in Toulouse to think about the future.
Meanwhile Finnish government has constantly stated that masks are useless or even harmful. They even spent a lot of money to conduct a study to "prove" that it is so. This is mostly because originally people from China and other countries emptied our pharmacies and retailers of masks. The government was slow to act and even bought very, very low quality masks for millions of euros. Their own failures led to a situation where they were so afraid that medical professionals would run out of masks so they started saying: "masks are useless."
Love your interviews with interesting people around the world. Interesting to find out what other countries do with this pandemic! More mask wearing in the UK so important. Thanks John as always, great info, interviews and updates 😊👍👏👏😚xxxx
Really great interview! I will say to anyone thinking Japan is perfect from what Jenny is saying - there is little to no social distancing where I am in Japan (Saitama city, close to Tokyo) and many people do not use the hand sanitiser. In March (before I began working from home) no-one was washing their hands correctly, a little splash of water at most. Myself and many others were very worried about a huge crisis in Japan and are relieved so far that that hasn't been the case, but I would put a lot of that down to mask wearing (I'd say 90% of people are wearing masks, albeit sometimes around their chins or not covering their noses) and sheer luck. Also, they're planning on opening pachinko (slot machine parlours as Jenny puts it) from next week, but all of the pachinko parlours I've seen have been open the whole time. The shutdown has been completely voluntary and the only consequence to businesses is public shaming, which hasn't worked for everyone.
I live in the Wales in the UK . I wear a mask going shopping and wash or wipe my groceries. Otherwise I dont go out . I am concerned that given Covid 19 can get into the eyes,should I be wearing some form of goggles Dr John ? Thank you for your excellent advice .
Lynne Vanyalanthiriel : same here, from Caerphilly. I have a spray bottle with industrial alcohol (95% ethanol, sold for use in those table top alcohol burners). Nothing comes into the house - even mail - until it's been sprayed. Definitely wear safety specs/googles. Amazing how many people in the supermarket avoid you like the plague if you are dressed like that. One other tip. I wear disposable gloves and before getting out of the car I slip my debit card inside the glove of my left hand. That way you don't contaminate your wallet and pocket by taking it out with potentially contaminated hands.
Lynne Vanyalanthiriel Eyes are indeed vulnerable access point as tear ducts provide a source of access. Wear glasses preferably protective good fit. Also some use face shields but that’s generally for close work with patients. Having said all that unless you are a health worker it seem very few advisors are saying the eyes are a major source of concern. If in doubt yes wear eye protection.
I had some clear work glasses leftover from sanding and painting our house. They work great for eye coverings as they cover above and on the sides as well. Better safe than infected!
I wear a P95 mask, eye Protection goggles over my eye glasses and gloves. I got basic safety goggles from Dollar Store. They have vents in top so eyeglasses do not fog up. Very effective. I bring a small spray bottle of 70% Isopropyl alcohol with me for surfaces and as hand sanitizer. I am sending love and hugs from Washington State, USA, Jeanne of In Loving Hands Counseling and ASMR.
Great interview! I’m also an American living in Japan. The “Japan Strategy” will likely continue to be a mystery however we should celebrate the success and hopefully the Japanese government and people do not get overly confident and use this precious time to put protection measures in place and beef up hospital beds and medical support. This virus has revealed “holes” and shameful systemic problems with the Japanese medical system in general. Hoping these will be improved. No country is perfect and all are doing their best to beat this pandemic. Japan continues to be among the World’s best places to live and I consider myself lucky to experience my second half of life living in the top two countries in the World.
I think Japan as a whole took a lot of measures in their own hands like wearing masks and setting up hand sanitizer outside every shop. I did a video about how a buffet in Japan adapted to covid prevention. Quite interesting how they can juggle the virus with the pandemic.
It's the Food and awesome culture. I won't be surprised if they change the term "Herd Immunity" into "Smart Immunity". Thank you for sharing. God bless.
Thank you for reporting on Japan and Tokyo. I was hoping you could share our news. Since the weekend, restaurants at lunch have started to get very busy in close suburbs of Tokyo. Most places are supplying disinfectant at the doors so you can clean your hands before entering a store. I haven't seen the baskets being cleaned, but recently more people are now using IC cards (our train pass card)/cashless payment. Some stores that used to take cash in hand have implemented a touchscreen payment system (like Origin bento store). You don't exchange any cash with the people making the food. They point you to a machine and you pay either using a card/cash. Even at my convenience stores you can scan and bag your own food, I now use that to pay, and use my IC card.
Excellent insight into the Japanese situation, thank you Jenny! ... Early studies from Tokyo Uni (Tatsuhiko Kodama), have discovered that Japanese immune systems have reacted as if they have been exposed before. Maybe the East Asian population has gained a glimmer of immunity from centuries of covids emerging from that part of the world.
It's not so much of a mystery, it's a science. NO TEST, NO CASE. Simple, straight forward answer there. Howcome everyone's pretending to not to see that.. including our beloved Dr. John Campbell? I feel like I am the kid from The Emperor's New Clothes shouting "but he isn't wearing anything at all!!!!"
I’m a Japanese citizen living in US. I hear about immunization of BCG( TB, Tuberculosis) prevent from infection in many Asian countries. And maybe hygiene, masks, cultural habits influence the low number of cases.
My wife is meant to be moving to japan for work, for three months in August, I have forwarded this one to her, thanks both! She is due to fly to Fukuoka from Tokyo, we are not entirely sure if this will/can happen yet. This is good info, thanks for another great video.
In Ontario, Canada we have a hot line that covers your local area and will get a test scheduled within two to three days. It is only the anti virus test but results are available online as early as 24 hours after testing. Might not be as easy or fast in rural areas, would prefer if we could get the anti body test.
Loving these videos with regular people in different countries. It is so interesting to hear how different cultures are dealing with the virus. I lived in Japan 35 years ago and remember how normal it was for sick folks to wear a mask in public. I sure hope we can extrapolate good ideas and practices from around the world to keep everyone safe. Even bad examples (U.S.) can teach us something.
Is not a mystery, it proven in HK, even when government doesn't act properly, if the people take the action in their own hand, they can keep the spread under control. The success in HK was due to people, not the government, and now Japan shows just the same, even with limited testing, no lock down, there is limited spread.
Her parents live here in Tennessee. I think I know this girl from years ago! Wow.😉 Will do sum checking.😁 Gotta rewind & see if you say her name. Can't remember. Lol Thank you for these videos. Love when you have guest's💗thanks doc🐰💗
As someone who also lives in japan, I also feel generally the same. They seem to jump on clusters here and trace, at least that's what i have seen on the news (i do speak a bit of Japanese). The other thing is most likely the societal not wanting to be a burden on others. that being said its really not perfect, especially the people who complain about foreigners that don't think you can understand them, but i feel much safer and more comfortable here than i ever did in america.
@@cejannuzi The way I see it is the death toll tells all. while people may be becoming sick they aren't dying. as long as the death toll isn't rising and the infection spread is low its not that big of a deal. and there is no way in hell they could hide it if they tried my hometown area had to have refrigeration trucks to haul bodies.
Yeah that would be awesome if you could put it together. I lived in Japan for a year and it's a whole nother world. She has a lot of good insights. Of course people on Sunday in Japan but not in Tokyo probably.
Japanese people are the most disciplined of all. They don't need authorities to tell them what to do. And they respect each other. In my opinion the Japanese people are the best of all countries. Maybe i should move there, my country sucks
Nice to hear, no Apps and Japanese would be wary of privacy invasion, note use of cash over apps. There is a strong track and trace of clusters by manual means. and quarantining close family and co workers. The lockdown was very light as could go out anytime for a walk. The park was busy everyday with families and kids. People stopped going to restaurants early on and doing takeaways instead. There is always an attitude of looking after others that starts from early school years. Nice to watch Thankyou !!
While living in Japan, I couldn't help but marvel at their level of discipline when it comes to rules that benefit everyone in their society. If any country can beat this menace, it's the Japanese people 🏆
Ooh love these global updates from other professionals / people and their living experience of the covid situation.
Me too, thanks for watching
Enjoyed this, good to hear from Japan. Wearing face masks does make sense.
So enjoy hearing from others, around the world - we are in this together.
I can't say enough good things about you, Dr. John! I watch you every day. I practice what you preach; my family is safer and healthier thanks to your daily info and updates. Most people in rural Minnesota have not and will not practice social distancing and mask wearing, it's scary, especially with the rising numbers in the state.
Wow, thank you
Just watch Fox news instead as it reputable
I agree. I watch your videos everyday. I trust what you say and I've just bought your pen! I'm that impressed. Keep up with the information please
Wow., how shocking, sorry to hear!
@@esecallum Say what ?
I just love her spirit. Just listening to her raised my spirits.
Yeah she seems like a very energetic caring person. Wish my school counselor had been like that instead of some bored disinterested type.
Thank you for reporting about my country Japan and my city, Tokyo.
I’m bilingual and I’m out and about in the city and listening to some local news, so I’ll be glad to send you report of whatever questions you may have about news from Japan.
I would like Dr John to interview more people in Japan. This interview was fine but it was a bit lite on the hard issues.
@@zedvee2668 That's because this lady won't learn the language of the country she lives in, he needs a japanese speaker
Hi, what's the situation re the virus in Japan now please? Thanks.
I thoroughly enjoyed this interview! Thank you john and jenny!
Japanese authorities haven't been proactive. It was the Japanese public themselves who took action - from February many people in Tokyo were working from home. Many stayed home in their free time of their own accord - JP people are cautious. As mentioned in the video, it's common for people to wear masks here. Also, general hygiene is better here.
There is little trust in the government, and in general people are dissatisfied with how the government has handled it. The state of emergency wasn't what other countries might expect. People were "asked" to stay home. Testing has been ridiculously low here, so many people who have had it couldn't confirm they had it.
Rules in Japan mean that almost all people who test positive must go to hospital (>90% of positive cases were hospitalised). In other countries, only 10-20% are hospitalised. The rules they have mean IF they test more, hospitals will be over-run. So they only test the absolute worst cases.
So is that bad though... you only want the worst cases in hospital. So why test everyone and put them in hospital? You only want the sick ones there, not the ones who test positive. Isolate them yes.
that is interesting. Our German chief scientific advisor on Covid seems to believe the current Japanese strategy (especially the element of it where you focus on clusters rather than individual cases) is working. But if the low case numbers reflect a low number of tests, the conclusion is flawed.
This is true. A Japanese friend of mine has told me the same. The reported numbers are not right, the government is failing a lot in the areas you've just mentioned. That friend of mine has been working from home since March.
@@jonathanasher1472 I'm not suggesting everyone should be tested + positive cases hospitalised. Only the worst cases should be hospitalised. However, more people should have been tested. There are many reports from doctors who complained about having Covid 19 test requests rejected.
I'm pointing out the reason why they're intentionally not testing many people is due to their rules. However, the risk of such little testing/contact tracing is asymptomatic spreading.
The low number of cases here is due to the Japanese public's diligence and caution, not the government's strategy. I've been frustrated here with the lack of proactive testing.
Peter Roche hmm from what I understand the central government doesn't have the authority to call for and enforce any real form of lockdown, I'm not 100% but that's what they said more or less. The prefectural governments have some more power as far as I understand but I'm not clear on how much. I'm in NL with my wife who is Japanese and was booked to fly back to visit her parents in early May which of course didn't happen. But here the authorities did shut down a number of non essential businesses as well as the usual public transport schedule and what's left is for essential use only.
I'm Japanese, living in London. This was a very interestimg conversation. I was very worried about Japan before they issued the stste of emergency but I'm surprised they were able to keep the number of infection low. Mask wearing are our routine for years and people can self isolate and stay home without lawful enforcement. We are educated to strictly follow the rule and be considerate to others from very young age at school so everyone follow the same way without any dispute if the instruction is given. Many people also tend to think that they would be afraid to trouble others by their action or behaviour. I am very sure the culture of respect and discipline and mask wearing contributed the success in controlling the spread.
I was over in Japan in the 90s and if you had a cold, you wore a mask. It was just plain manners.
Here in US, prior to COVID, any time you went to an Urgent Care or usually any clinic there was a stand by the door with masks, hand sanitizer, and a notice saying to put on a mask if having respiratory symptoms. This was pre COVID and people complied without thinking about it. Now mask wearing has become so political, seen as negative and over-reactionary by many. Don;t get it.
@@alexcarter8807 I was in Japan at that time, as a kid. Yes, you are absolutely right.
@@michellec8546 Mask is supplied in the US. that is interesting. Well, we also see hand sanitizers are placed available at the entrance of the hospitals, supermarkets, schools and other places, but my impression is that many people still don't seem to be interested to use them. In London, again, many people don't seems to know the benefit of wearing a face masks. In the UK, the goverment don't promote wearing masks at all so many people have the wrong perception about masks. some p eople still avoid you if you are wearing a mask as if you have a disease. Now as the UK is relaxing many lock down measures and many are forgetting social distance and hygiene very quickly.
日本の文化はいいですね！ ^__
One point that seemed to be missed is shoes. In Japan and many other places in Asia, people take off shoes when they enter a home. There is normally a "dirty" area where shoes are kept. Inside, people will use slippers, socks, inside shoes, etc. but they won't normally wear outside shoes inside homes. In many buildings there will be bathroom slippers that are only used in the public bathroom. There might be problems with sharing slippers but in general the notion that shoes are dirty is common in Japan. Repair men will even put down floor tarps before using shoes inside or more often just take off their shoes. In stores one has to often take off shoes before using a changing room. A good way to get people upset in Japan is by walking in a room with shoes where shoes aren't allowed. I don't know about the UK but at least in the US people often don't take off shoes and I've often even seen people lying down on coaches and even beds with shoes on. There are exceptions, nothing is 100%, but in general taking off outside shoes is very important in Japan when you go into the home.
Taking off shoes inside may not be as important as most wearing mask, but I'm sure it also helps reduce the spread of Covid-19. Another low tech action, that may help avoid infection.
Excellent point. Taking shoes off is a custom that keeps homes very clean. This is true in Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, etc where the COVID death numbers are low.
In Sweden we have taken our shoes off for centuries.And we thought USA was strange because they walk with dirty shoes inside. Not logical. No Point in cleaning then.
More than one American colleague I've worked with, has plunked their butt down in a chair then planted crossed ankles high up on a desk, pointing towards folks faces. One of the many simple habits that needs changing.
We take our shoes off, and change to slippers in Norway too . I don't think the virus is spread by shoes....
@@mikebennett489 My goodness, we don't more guesswork. The virus cannot survive underneath our shoes and suddenly rise up to attack us ...However. taking your shoes off is a good idea if you want keep floors clean and do less chores 😊 th-cam.com/video/HBcq5EzBcmQ/w-d-xo.html
Vitamin D! - Japan consumes an enormous amount of vitamin D rich fish - on top of this they consume a large number of fermented foods - miso, natto, soy sauce - plus something that not many are noticing - salt - Japan consumes a lot of salt yet has the highest life expectancy in the world.
The downside is that the increased salt intake is linked to higher incidences of stomach cancer - pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9209018/
It is the nuclear radiation that kills all the germs -
@@jwarmstrong would you like jokes about towers and airplanes? This comment is really insensitive.
We have to be careful of the stats about Japanese being the most long-lived. That's generally been predicated on Okinawans (southern islanders) who are long-lived. A doctor acquaintance of mine told me last year that when you subtract out the older Okinawans, the rest of the population fallen to an average commesurate with other countries. That's an imperfect recap of what he told me, so take that for what it is. I'm not a doctor- just passing on what a Japanese doctor told me.
@@cejannuzi Sadly, I predict that obesity and diabetes etc. are going to become huge problems in the Asian population. You ever go into an Asian market? I have a Chinese, a Korean, a Japanese, and a Vietnamese market in my regular rotation and my God, the snacks! Tons of sugary, starchy, admittedly delicious, snacks! And sugary drinks!
The traditional Okinawan diet was small portions, and not a lot of starches and sugars. Those were for special times. Lots of veggies, more fish and seafood than things like red meat or even chicken, and lots of exercise. Not running-a-marathon type exercise but like the Amish, doing the equivalent of walking several miles a day.
For a better health I try to include more antioxidants in my food. Dark choccolate every day. Different berries each day. Cinnamon every day. One teaspoon. Turmeric several times a Week in cooking.Eat it with Little black pepper for better uptake. Small changes that make a difference.
Dr John methinks you rather enjoyed that interview 😉, it made me smile to see that and cheered me up on an otherwise tough day. Thanks as always. Hugs from yet another British Columbian.
Fantastic!
Thank you Dr. John and Jenny. Very interesting. Respect to the Japanese people. I agree there is so much we all could learn from each other. Stay safe and stay well. Hugs from Utah, U.S.A.
I’ve waited for you to report things about japan! Thank you!
Thank you Dr John, great discussion with a wonderfully articulate lady! Very interesting to get the info from Tokyo... Thanks to Jenny, ❤
I got into a protracted argument with an American online about the necessity of wearing masks in public places. Honest to goodness, his firm belief was that he personally did not feel threatened by Covid because he was young and in good health and that therefore it was unnecessary for him to wear masks. His opinion was that if you do feel threatened, i.e. because of age or underlying health condition, then it was up to you to take the responsibility to stay home. Why should everyone else suffer? This is the crux of the problem. Americans CAN be extremely self-oriented. In this, they are inconsiderate compared to other cultures.
Great point. It’s a difference in society conformity. It is really annoying.
Zebra Zagadore I'm afraid the British are very much the same. Hardly anyone I come across in Glasgow wears a mask.
Pamela Atkinson unless they’re robbing you at knifepoint
Zebra Zagadore we Americans have been selfish and irresponsible when it comes to wearing masks.
Americans have free education, not good education. You can graduate with a 1.0 which is a 25% grade. We have teachers who want the paycheck but don’t care about the communities they teach. So expecting grown products of this system to be discerning about health science is a wrap. Eating fast food daily, not wearing condoms while having promiscuous sex, smoking in 2020, fighting with police. Not good health moves.
Love all the perspectives and personalities you bring to light
I have a son working in Japan for five years. When I went out to see him it was a bit of a shock. Anywhere in the country in any building, street, park or toilets they are very clean. They bow to greet or say good bye. Masks are seen and would be used more now. Family honour is formost, more feared than the Police. These facts are posible more to do with the virus not taking hold.
I wish the US was this civil.
Nancy Ellen Peden ..and the UK
...or that intelligent...
Brilliant interview with a brilliant lady, Dr John. I'm in Scotland and hardly anyone wears masks. I wish we'd learn what an easy way it is to protect each other. I'm usually the sole mask-wearer in the supermarket or on the bus to and from work. It's so frustrating.
-CoronaTard
Pamela Atkinson agreed I wear a mask and disposable gloves to the supermarket I don’t use public transport. I’ve seen more mask wearing in supermarkets but in general people don’t even though we are advised to do so. Madness IMO.
I’m in North Scotland 🏴 & shielding, but have been told nobody’s wearing masks on bus or in shops which is so sad 😞 Stay safe
Pamela & Vanessa: You mean the public health department of Scotland never required residents to wear masks in public areas like supermarkets & public transportation during the pandemic?
Are cases there on the rise or going downwards? I think you should take precautions and wear a mask & adhere to social distancing in crowded public areas. Take Care & Stay Safe.
Bezz80 : That is an unknown fact. The type of mask is definitely apart of the equation. However, it is about YOU protecting OTHERS, when wearing a mask. It is a fact that people can have Covid19 and never know it, so they pass it on.......that’s the problem. One doesn’t know they’re carrying a virtually serious virus, which will be the cause of death for far to many. That’s all I’m saying.
Hi. Long time listener from Japan. As a Japanese, I would say things she mentioned about what’s going on in Japan were accurate.
As I have been wondering the reasons behind the trend here, Covid 19 death rates in Japan have been so low compared to other Western Nation, despite the facts that a large number of Chinese nationals visited Japan following the outbreak in China.
Probably As she described, I would guess cultural practices may have played a big part in mitigating the spread of disease such as no hand shaking, no hugging, no kissing on the cheek, mask wearing culture etc....
However, In Japan, an infamously known crowded public transportation systems and many other crowded places, and I hate to mention but there are thousands of red light districts where men get sexual services across the nation, are things of concern for foreseeable future.
Anyway, I want to thank Dr. John Campbell for putting valuable and informative Covid 19 related information every day!!!
Peace and Love from Japan 🇯🇵
There is low mortality in all Neighboring countries of China
Covid-19 is not highly infectious nor does it have a high mortality rate. The UK government downgraded it before the UK lockdown!
then 3 days later published "Options for increasing adherence to social distancing measures 22nd March 2020".
"Status of COVID-19 As of 19 March 2020, COVID-19 is no longer considered to be a high consequence infectious disease (HCID) in the UK."
"Now that more is known about COVID-19, the public health bodies in the UK have reviewed the most up to date information about COVID-19 against the UK HCID criteria. They have determined that several features have now changed; in particular, more information is available about mortality rates (low overall), and there is now greater clinical awareness and a specific and sensitive laboratory test, the availability of which continues to increase.The Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens (ACDP) is also of the opinion that COVID-19 should no longer be classified as an HCID."
@@VladimirOnOccasion ..and then 60,000 people died....
Agreed having lived there for 7 years. Wife and kids Japanese. The person who said why am I listening to someone who can’t speak Japanese annoyed me. I do. She was pretty accurate
@@FlyingPhilUK lol...look up World population and world population births vs World covid-19 deaths(overblown figures due to fudged death certificates)...and it's still obvious "mortality rates (low overall)"
There has be no spike in shop workers deaths nor police officers deaths due to it not being highly infectious.
3,2,1 and you're wide awake. :D
The whole thing was total rubbish from the start.
TH-cam Lord Sumption BBC interview on lockdown. An actual voice of reason at last....and inadvertently show it's all been rubbish.
Great video. Fabulous insights into Japan.
Thank you for this brilliant interview. So insiteful and hopeful.
Good info from Ginny in Japan, seems like a good person. Thank you for the insights. Thank you Dr John. I agree with you about the US situation too. Double scary.
Only half way through, but really good report. Thank you to you both. I like these interviews and reports from different places that you do.
Thanks doc ❤ thanks a lot for all the valuable information.
I live in Central Virginia an have been to several big box stores in the past week and 99% of people are wearing some sort of face masks. I'm quite happy with that.
I've found depends on the community. I can go from my community, where overwhelmingly most wear masks, to 30 min drive away to a community where majority not wearing masks. Two areas very different in socio-economic and education levels as well.
Wonderful and insightful interview. Thank you.
People in Asia frequently wear masks for health reasons so are probably more comfortable and don't view them as an intrusian upon personal freedom as many of us westerners do.
What mask can do to your personal freedom anyways ? No one give a crap to your face on the street unless you have a crime . American sure have weird opinion on the mask . In fact they turn the mask into political tool .....
Wearing a mask for health reasons is very good if it protects you. I think us westerners probably should try to wear masks for those same reasons. I wear one when I go shopping and do find it uncomfortable, but I suffer with asthma so I’m going to try and get used to it 👍
True. We need to get used to masks if we’re ever going to get the numbers down.
I would argue that wearing a mask protects you from surveillance, end so enhances personal freedom.
I worked in Tokyo for 6 months recently. The masks fascinated me to start with. I did some research into it and, whilst a lot of the reasons for mask wearing is health (and even before Coronavirus there were signs in the metro telling people to wear masks when they were ill), there is also an element of fashion and of anonymity.
I'm Canadian and smart enough to adapt when my life depends upon it. Death intrudes upon my personal freedom. Don't speak for "many of us westerners". Change or die.
Thank you Jenny and Dr Campbell for sharing your experience and your discussion. Always good to hear from people living through the pandemic across the world. Stay safe everyone
Yeah, Jenny! So wonderful to seeing you discuss and problem solve with Dr. John. Two smart people! Cheers, Meagan
Thank you for keeping us updated. Cheers👍❤😊
Thanks again Dr J. Such an interesting talk today 🌼
Thanks for listening
Brilliant Dr John. Highly informative and great questions.
Thanks for posting this, Dr. Campbell! Commenting from Ontario, Canada here. I've been watching your (almost) daily updates since late March, but I really love this interview. Since I used to live and work in Japan, many of the points that were brought up in the interview are very true. Keep up the great work!
By the way, I just thought I'd share some of the things I've been doing since the pandemic took hold on my side of the pond:
- taking Vitamin D3, C supplements every day
- going for walks (while keeping my distance from others)
- taking Zinc (with a meal) every day
- wearing a mask whenever I shop for groceries
I look forward to more of your videos in the future!
Wonderful interview. I am Japanese living in California. I have been talking to my family in Japan, and kept wondering how Japan has been able to manage Covid-19 despite the dense population. But I absolutely agree with her about mask wearing, hand washing, and I know she did not mention, but gurgling, too. And “considerate for others” mentality as well as strong sense of social contract.
I gargle every day using salt water. Works for me.
Dont you think it would be great if John can Tell People to gargle?
What a lovely lady...enjoyed VID thankyou Dr 😊
Great interview. Lovely woman!
Thank you so much for a fair report on Japan. I’ve lived here for forty years, and it’s almost impossible to hear fair reporting on Japan. She’s great!
Well said!
As always thank you for your service sir
Much appreciated
I have a friend in Japan who seems to think the government couldn’t care any less about the coronavirus and is more preoccupied with opening up the economy at all costs.
Sure you're not talking about the US?
I am also living in Tokyo. Most people (95%) seem to be wearing masks. This is good. The lack of testing is lamentable though, since they missed a chance to trace all know cases when they were getting low.
Japan is awesome. Ive always thought highly of that country. Which is the exact opposite of my feeling toward their neighbors.
that's exactly what I thought.
TheObsessivePainter ! Japan is great, if you haven't yet you should visit :-) the food is incredible and all the technology makes me feel like we are 50yrs behind in Europe. I would also say it isn't nearly as expensive as some seem to think, hotels are about the same price as here in the Netherlands, food is a lot cheaper if you stay away from specific expensive things. Real Japanese Ramen is an experience I think everyone should have.
If only we English had the discipline that is clearly shown in Japan, China too. I was very well disciplined but so many of today's generation couldn't care less about anyone. A great video Dr John and Jenny, thank you.
Dr. Campbell, Enjoy this video, Jenny has such a uplifting personality. 😊
The thing that impressed me about Japan when we holidayed was their people ❤️
A very interesting interview, Dr. Campbell. Thank you very much, Jenny for sharing your experience with us.
Japan's policy is don't test don't tell
And my friend (A Brit) who's moved over there for work is very concerned about how they had a two week-seeming lockdown then went "great, nothing happened, lets go back to normal".
Children still had to go to school so even if they were social distancing IN the 'classroom', they would still be spreading it.
Wonderful, nice and kindly women!
Wonderful to hear. Good for you Jenny. Hope your family is well too.
Thank you Dr. C. as always. Whatever happened to reason? People don’t know how to separate politics from reason and good common sense.
I too agree with the "caring for others" lifestyle Don't send COVID-infected people back to long term care homes.
I agree with the "caring for others" part. Don't send COVID-infected people back to nursing homes.
Near me in Knotty Ash, L14 the authorities kitted out a closed down nursing home for covid patients. It hasn't seen a single patient. Yet homes in the area have had many deaths from covid. It's like it has all been planned. I can't explain the details in any other way. It's on Thomas Lane where Ken Dodd lived - check the details for yourself x
They need to send them to the empty hospitals all around the country
I could literally listen to you talk about anything, wonderful voice & delivery 👍
Everyone here in Carlsbad, California HAS to wear a mask in all stores. I don't actually know if its the law or not, or just a health advisory from the State..
Mask wearing is heavily politicized (here anyway) Those who sway in a certain political direction seem to deny all science and evidence and complain relentlessly about wearing a mask. I don't know why. It drives me potty.
Thank you Dr John for your updates and the time you spend researching each day for us all! We love your videos
Carlsbad is the dannish Town. And you look very Scandinavian. Just curious. Are your grandparents from Scandinavia? I really Think so. You look very Swedish.
I noticed yesterday that a woman whose political directions sway in the way of denying evidence was not wearing a mask.
@@pirjolindqvist7819 I moved here from England and my known heritage is English and a bit of Scottish going back a few generations.. Aside from that, I have no idea! Ha.
They eat alot of fish in japan. Would that contribute to their vitamin d levels?
possibly, but it will be many factors and not just one.
Many people wear masks, do not shake hands, take shoes off before stepping inside a house, diet, listen and comply to government and so on
Practicing doctor in the US are finding that like other sickness early detection and early treatments can beat this virus.
But only the rich, whites and the fully employed with good jobs can afford to see a doctor in the US. Sad to see society crumble like this.
@@kevintrye7605 that's a lie. My dad doesn't have health insurance and he goes to a local clinic to get checked and get prescriptions for his blood pressure.
Kevin Trye true but i thick the fear of unknown is also one of the reason. All over the world up to now covid tested positive being ask to isolate quarantine and go to emergency when breathing become difficult. Sometimes its too late.
Bike lanes in Japan are very unusual, most cycle on the side walk because there is no other space for them. What she says might apply to Tokyo but certainly not Osaka and further west. I don't think I've ever seen a bike lane other than a couple in Osaka that are so narrow they are useless... or maybe it's a new thing of the last 2 years.
Wow hundreds of videos showing bike lanes are fake or you making this up - need glasses?
Yes, that’s true. Technically it’s illegal to cycle on sidewalks, but police don’t tend to fine people since most cycle slowly.
This was very nice to watch. Such a lively and yet calm interaction.
One thing mentioned a little but not much is Japanese cleanliness that far surpasses any other country. They are clean to the point of OCD. All taxi and bus drivers wear white gloves. Street cleaners are out constantly cleaning with white gloves as well. They are very germaphobic. There are some touching within household but not out in public. Last time I visited and saw my relatives after many years, there were no hugs. We bowed several times and smiled a lot. I know it sounds strange to us but they think we are quite invasive of privacy and we are strange.
You realise just how far you are from home when you cannot fly back, because of an ash cloud ! 2010 !
Was it really that long ago?
Roadent1241 Yep ! had to stay in Japan an extra three days and haven't flown since ! I hate airports ! Don't mind flying, but apart from takeoff and landing it is boring ! Oh and I already am a member of the mile high club !
@@machiavellivip2767 agreed about the boring.
We're all multiple miles high when we're in a plane, so it's a temporary club. Yay for Bejeweled.
You can’t explain why... they live to 87 for a reason..it’s there general health, diet, following social rules. That’s it. That’s not air pollution. Be healthy.
Wearing masks is the most urgent and the most effective thing you can do. Japan is the proof. Because, from what the guest says, Japan is not very strict concerning the other recomandations. But still, very few cases. Hygiene is the key.
Tokyo is very dense. We should see crowded hospitals but we don't. I don't see any other explanation.
When WHO said in February that the virus mainly spreads with droplets for me that was obvious, it's just all about masks and hand hygiene.
Thanks you very much for these interviews, I would be glad to give mine from France if you want too. I'm in IT, but I also have a master degree of biology. I followed the situation closely since the very begining and I watched almost all the WHO conferences.
During the H1N1 pandemic in 2009, I was having virology lecture. We had one lecture one day when the teacher told us that one of the most feared virus was the flu. A very few days after, we had this new info about H1N1.
They told us that scientists were very vigilant concerning smallpox (the worst virus ever, which could easily be a bio-wearpon, that's scary) and flu zoonoses. They told us that Ebola was very dangerous at an individual and community level, but less at an epidemiological level because it's very visible and it kills quickly.
In France we did respect the rules and social distancing, but we didn't do more than we were told to. For example we all wear masks in public transports, but rarely in shops.
We had a cluster in the north east of france, and the whole country was locked down. In the south west where I live, we had only very few cases, as my GP said.
In france we had a strange debate on chloroquine, because of this doctor, pr Raoult.
Regarding economy, like many countries in the world we are in trouble. I come from a city (Toulouse) where the main activity (by far) is related to airplane. Since the airplane industry is hit very hard, we are all thinking that we are going to loose our jobs.
I already lost mine, like many of my colleagues in Airbus.
When I lost my mission in Toulouse, I bought a sewing machine and I started to sew masks. I sew 100 masks. I gave them to neighboors, to my GP, to pharmacies and to care homes. This is how I used my time.
I did study science but I couldn't find a job in the industry, so I had to find a new specialisation (information technology).
Now that I'm unemployed (again) I'm starting to thing about my profesional future, and I would be glad to build an entreprise for the preservation of the environment. Because we don't have job anymore, and we are many to feel worried about the future of our planet. We already had "meetings" in Toulouse to think about the future.
Meanwhile Finnish government has constantly stated that masks are useless or even harmful. They even spent a lot of money to conduct a study to "prove" that it is so. This is mostly because originally people from China and other countries emptied our pharmacies and retailers of masks. The government was slow to act and even bought very, very low quality masks for millions of euros. Their own failures led to a situation where they were so afraid that medical professionals would run out of masks so they started saying: "masks are useless."
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South Korea promoted wearing masks it stops the spread that theory went out the window ha ha
I'm listening, and will be listening in 2 months. Thank you! Refreshing chat with a lovely lady; where's the harm in that? Sheesh!
Love your interviews with interesting people around the world. Interesting to find out what other countries do with this pandemic! More mask wearing in the UK so important. Thanks John as always, great info, interviews and updates 😊👍👏👏😚xxxx
Really great interview! I will say to anyone thinking Japan is perfect from what Jenny is saying - there is little to no social distancing where I am in Japan (Saitama city, close to Tokyo) and many people do not use the hand sanitiser. In March (before I began working from home) no-one was washing their hands correctly, a little splash of water at most. Myself and many others were very worried about a huge crisis in Japan and are relieved so far that that hasn't been the case, but I would put a lot of that down to mask wearing (I'd say 90% of people are wearing masks, albeit sometimes around their chins or not covering their noses) and sheer luck.
Also, they're planning on opening pachinko (slot machine parlours as Jenny puts it) from next week, but all of the pachinko parlours I've seen have been open the whole time. The shutdown has been completely voluntary and the only consequence to businesses is public shaming, which hasn't worked for everyone.
Nice interview. Thank you both.
My son married a lovely Japanese lady and moved to Japan. At first I worried about him ( so far away) but now I feel he’s safer there than in the US.
I live in the Wales in the UK . I wear a mask going shopping and wash or wipe my groceries. Otherwise I dont go out . I am concerned that given Covid 19 can get into the eyes,should I be wearing some form of goggles Dr John ? Thank you for your excellent advice .
Lynne Vanyalanthiriel : same here, from Caerphilly. I have a spray bottle with industrial alcohol (95% ethanol, sold for use in those table top alcohol burners). Nothing comes into the house - even mail - until it's been sprayed. Definitely wear safety specs/googles. Amazing how many people in the supermarket avoid you like the plague if you are dressed like that. One other tip. I wear disposable gloves and before getting out of the car I slip my debit card inside the glove of my left hand. That way you don't contaminate your wallet and pocket by taking it out with potentially contaminated hands.
Lynne Vanyalanthiriel I wear fitted sunglasses when I go to the supermarket as well as a mask and gloves.
Lynne Vanyalanthiriel Eyes are indeed vulnerable access point as tear ducts provide a source of access. Wear glasses preferably protective good fit. Also some use face shields but that’s generally for close work with patients. Having said all that unless you are a health worker it seem very few advisors are saying the eyes are a major source of concern. If in doubt yes wear eye protection.
I had some clear work glasses leftover from sanding and painting our house. They work great for eye coverings as they cover above and on the sides as well. Better safe than infected!
I wear a P95 mask, eye Protection goggles over my eye glasses and gloves. I got basic safety goggles from Dollar Store. They have vents in top so eyeglasses do not fog up. Very effective. I bring a small spray bottle of 70% Isopropyl alcohol with me for surfaces and as hand sanitizer. I am sending love and hugs from Washington State, USA, Jeanne of In Loving Hands Counseling and ASMR.
Great interview! I’m also an American living in Japan. The “Japan Strategy” will likely continue to be a mystery however we should celebrate the success and hopefully the Japanese government and people do not get overly confident and use this precious time to put protection measures in place and beef up hospital beds and medical support. This virus has revealed “holes” and shameful systemic problems with the Japanese medical system in general. Hoping these will be improved. No country is perfect and all are doing their best to beat this pandemic. Japan continues to be among the World’s best places to live and I consider myself lucky to experience my second half of life living in the top two countries in the World.
Hello from Houston again for a second time today.. 😎😷☀️
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I think Japan as a whole took a lot of measures in their own hands like wearing masks and setting up hand sanitizer outside every shop. I did a video about how a buffet in Japan adapted to covid prevention. Quite interesting how they can juggle the virus with the pandemic.
All people who work for science can develop a culture which should be an amalgamation of the best practices of all cultures in world.😎
It's the Food and awesome culture. I won't be surprised if they change the term "Herd Immunity" into "Smart Immunity". Thank you for sharing. God bless.
My son was in China for the Peace Corps around the time this woman was there.
Thank you for reporting on Japan and Tokyo. I was hoping you could share our news. Since the weekend, restaurants at lunch have started to get very busy in close suburbs of Tokyo.
Most places are supplying disinfectant at the doors so you can clean your hands before entering a store. I haven't seen the baskets being cleaned, but recently more people are now using IC cards (our train pass card)/cashless payment.
Some stores that used to take cash in hand have implemented a touchscreen payment system (like Origin bento store). You don't exchange any cash with the people making the food. They point you to a machine and you pay either using a card/cash. Even at my convenience stores you can scan and bag your own food, I now use that to pay, and use my IC card.
It is important to note that Canadian cases are overwhelmingly in Quebec (over half of all cases/deaths) and Ontario(about 1/3rd of cases/deaths)
Excellent insight into the Japanese situation, thank you Jenny!
... Early studies from Tokyo Uni (Tatsuhiko Kodama), have discovered that Japanese immune systems have reacted as if they have been exposed before. Maybe the East Asian population has gained a glimmer of immunity from centuries of covids emerging from that part of the world.
It's not so much of a mystery, it's a science. NO TEST, NO CASE.
Simple, straight forward answer there. Howcome everyone's pretending to not to see that.. including our beloved Dr. John Campbell?
I feel like I am the kid from The Emperor's New Clothes shouting "but he isn't wearing anything at all!!!!"
Regardless of the lack of testing, there are definitely far fewer case in Japan than other parts of the world. I live in Japan.
I’m a Japanese citizen living in US.
I hear about immunization of BCG( TB, Tuberculosis) prevent from infection in many Asian countries.
And maybe hygiene, masks, cultural habits influence the low number of cases.
My wife is meant to be moving to japan for work, for three months in August, I have forwarded this one to her, thanks both! She is due to fly to Fukuoka from Tokyo, we are not entirely sure if this will/can happen yet. This is good info, thanks for another great video.
Be careful. She will fall in love with Japan, so you might want to make tentative plans on moving there yourself. 😉
In Ontario, Canada we have a hot line that covers your local area and will get a test scheduled within two to three days. It is only the anti virus test but results are available online as early as 24 hours after testing. Might not be as easy or fast in rural areas, would prefer if we could get the anti body test.
Loving these videos with regular people in different countries. It is so interesting to hear how different cultures are dealing with the virus. I lived in Japan 35 years ago and remember how normal it was for sick folks to wear a mask in public. I sure hope we can extrapolate good ideas and practices from around the world to keep everyone safe. Even bad examples (U.S.) can teach us something.
Is not a mystery, it proven in HK, even when government doesn't act properly, if the people take the action in their own hand, they can keep the spread under control. The success in HK was due to people, not the government, and now Japan shows just the same, even with limited testing, no lock down, there is limited spread.
The Mainichi News, is a Japanese newspaper printed in English. It often has more details than the daily Japanese news.
Do you need a report from Taipei? I am not a medical professional, but the situation here is shockingly under control so far.
Her parents live here in Tennessee. I think I know this girl from years ago! Wow.😉 Will do sum checking.😁 Gotta rewind & see if you say her name. Can't remember. Lol
Thank you for these videos. Love when you have guest's💗thanks doc🐰💗
Glad you like them!
In Japan self discipline and self respect is taught from young age at home from parents before school education.
We have welfare Queens who teach ??
The sun is really strong in Japan for about half the year.
Fish is eaten almost daily. Also mushrooms are prominent in their cuisine. So they get vitamin D from their diet
That is so true.
I believe that a diet rich in seafood and vegetables may provide ample vitamin D to the Japanese population.
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As someone who also lives in japan, I also feel generally the same. They seem to jump on clusters here and trace, at least that's what i have seen on the news (i do speak a bit of Japanese). The other thing is most likely the societal not wanting to be a burden on others. that being said its really not perfect, especially the people who complain about foreigners that don't think you can understand them, but i feel much safer and more comfortable here than i ever did in america.
@@cejannuzi The way I see it is the death toll tells all. while people may be becoming sick they aren't dying. as long as the death toll isn't rising and the infection spread is low its not that big of a deal. and there is no way in hell they could hide it if they tried my hometown area had to have refrigeration trucks to haul bodies.
Yeah that would be awesome if you could put it together. I lived in Japan for a year and it's a whole nother world. She has a lot of good insights. Of course people on Sunday in Japan but not in Tokyo probably.
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This is great to hear about other countries. 🙌🙌🙌
Japanese people are the most disciplined of all. They don't need authorities to tell them what to do. And they respect each other. In my opinion the Japanese people are the best of all countries. Maybe i should move there, my country sucks
Seems my country has weirdos who don't like it here but Japan doesn't take felons or child molesters so they stay.
Nice to hear, no Apps and Japanese would be wary of privacy invasion, note use of cash over apps. There is a strong track and trace of clusters by manual means. and quarantining close family and co workers. The lockdown was very light as could go out anytime for a walk. The park was busy everyday with families and kids. People stopped going to restaurants early on and doing takeaways instead. There is always an attitude of looking after others that starts from early school years. Nice to watch Thankyou !!
Great interview!