A long holiday as measures against the infection of the new corona were relaxed. Congestion for people heading to vacation resorts and hometowns is expected to peak on the 3rd.
Many seats are full on the Shinkansen and domestic flights, and severe traffic congestion of more than 40 km is expected on expressways. Airlines are urging people to arrive at the airport early because it takes longer than usual to check in their baggage and go through security. It is the highest number per day since the spread of infection.