Overview
- The training runs 9:05–9:20 JST in the ministry’s conference room at Central Government Building No. 5 in Kasumigaseki, Tokyo.
- It is conducted in coordination with the Cabinet’s Infectious Disease Crisis Management Authority as part of the Reiwa 7 national drill program.
- The exercise aims to share the ministry’s initial response status and confirm directions for subsequent policy actions.
- Attendance includes the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare with other senior officials, with media access limited to the minister’s opening remarks and no post-session briefing.
- For inquiries, the ministry lists contacts in the Infectious Disease Control Division’s Planning and Quarantine Section: Hidetaka Nakano (ext. 8979) and Yugo Tamura (ext. 8745).