With much of Tokyo's red-light district closed, bars and restaurants must set their own rules
by Justin McCurry in Tokyo from on (#562BZ)
Kabukicho is far quieter than usual but is being accused of fuelling a coronavirus second wave
The arrival of dusk is normally the cue for Tokyo's biggest red-light district to spring to life. But in the middle of a pandemic, not even the neon lights could lift the coronavirus cloud hanging over Kabukicho this week.
Doormen in masks and visors gestured to occasional passersby with promises of a sensual massage", and clubs tempted thirsty office workers with all-you-can-drink deals for 1,000 (7).
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