YOKOHAMA – Yamato on Thursday became the first municipality in Japan to attempt to stop people using their smartphones while walking outside in public places. Following the passage of a draft ordinance in the city’s assembly in Kanagawa Prefecture, the rule will come into effect next Wednesday.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/06/25/national/yamato-japan-ban-phones-walking/
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