Osaka prohibits smoking in public before Expo 2025
Osaka prohibits smoking in public before Expo 2025
Tokyo, Japan - one of the largest cities in Japan is currently preparing for the orientation of the world exhibition, and not by planting flowers, but by a smoking ban.
Osaka and the Expo 2025
Osaka will soon be Expo 2025 align from April to October. Representatives from 158 countries and regions will take part in discussions, demonstrations and exhibitions.
smoking in public
Smoking in public, which came into force on January 27, comprises streets, parks, squares and other public places. It applies not only to cigarettes, but also to e-cigarettes. In the event of violations, a fine of 1,000 yen (approx. 6 dollars).
The goal of the city of Osaka
"The city of Osaka will expand its non -smoking zones to improve security, cleanliness and image as an international tourist destination", the city managers announced in a statement at the beginning of this month. "This project aims not only to beautify the city, but also to ensure a safe, protected and pleasant living environment for residents and visitors."
Current smoking statistics in Japan
The current national laws largely prohibit smoking in facilities such as restaurants, offices and local public transport. It is also illegal for people under the age of 20 to smoke and buy tobacco. In all of Japan, however, it is common for airports, train stations and other public buildings to have special smoking rooms.
according to estimates of the World Health Organization The number of Japanese smokers has almost halved in the past two decades - from about 32 % in 2000 to around 16 % in 2022.
smoking rate and measures of the government
cards for smoking permits in Osaka
After the announcement of the strict new rules for public tobacco consumption, the city administration of Osaka created a map that shows where it is still allowed in the city to smoke a cigarette. Similar measures against smoking have also been implemented in other parts of Japan, including Tokyo, where a similar ban was already introduced before the 2020 Olympic Games.
controversy about smokers in public
Some public people have been criticized for smoking in public in the past, including Shoko Miyata, the captain of the Japanese Olympic team in device gymnastics. Miyata stepped back from the Olympic Games after she had added and To have consumed alcohol. She was 19 years old at that time.
World Exhibition Expo 2025 in Osaka
The six -month Expo 2025 takes place from April 13th to October 13th. The city spent 164.7 billion yen (approx. $ 1.16 billion) for the event, including significant urban infrastructure projects. CNN Travel has the Kansai region-which also belongs to Osaka-as one of the named in 2025
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