In post-pandemic Japan, some people may have forgotten how to smile – as evidenced by “smile practice seminars” that have cropped up and reportedly gained traction across the country.

Smile classes flagged for Japan post Covid as masks are dropped People in Japan who became so used to wearing face masks during the pandemic are signing up for lessons to teach them how to smile ...

‘Smile’ coaching booms in post-pandemic Japan as people re-enter mask-free era By Nisha Anand Published on: May 17, 2023 11:21 am IST Read this news in brief form ...

The anti-mask protest comes after the Johnston Board of Education voted to implement a PreK-12 mask mandate during a special board meeting on Tuesday, September 21.