Libraries in Japan that were forced to close due to the coronavirus pandemic have once again unlocked their doors, but now the onus is on them to provide a safe environment for their members while ensuring any potential outbreaks are traceable.
Many libraries are taking preventive measures against infection, such as urging visitors to shorten their stays to avoid congestion, but some are still finding that visitors are unsure about the risks.
The municipal library in Kasuga, Fukuoka Prefecture, reopened after nearly three months on May 26. Even so, people are still wary of visiting out of a fear of contracting the virus.