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Tokyo, Jun 1 (EFE).- Tokyo entered phase two of its de-escalation on Monday with public schools reopening after a three-month closure and a larger number of businesses resuming activities.During this new phase, which follows the lifting on 25 May of the COVID-19 state of health emergency that was declared on 7 April, public and private schools - some of which had already opened - cinemas, theaters, gyms and shops such as department stores will be allowed to reopen.The easing of restrictions includes the possibility of holding events with up to 100 participants, according to the guidelines made public by the Tokyo metropolitan government.(Camera: FRANCK ROBICHON).SHOTLIST: A SHOPPING MALL IN TOKYO, JAPAN
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