India now has an air bubble arrangement with Japan

The Indian embassy tweeted this news, announcing that India and Japan are a part of the bubble system. According to a latest development, Air India is to start Delhi-Tokyo flights that can only be boarded by some permitted categories of travellers. Earlier, India had started air bubbles with other nations such as Canada and the Maldives. While the Coronavirus is still affecting lives, businesses are opening up with caution, and Standard Operating Procedures. Air India’s air bubble scheme with Tokyo has started from November 2, and shall be operational until December 28, 2020 while flights from Tokyo to Delhi will start from November 4, and shall be operational until December 30, 2020. This is, in fact, a glorious time to visit Japan as the autumn is in full bloom, and the famous cherry blossoms would be visible during this time. Autumn in Japan runs from mid-November to early-December. So, if you have always wanted to see autumn in Japan, this might be your chance to do so. However, do keep in mind that not all categories of travellers would be permitted to fly. There are certain rules and protocols in place for international fliers during the pandemic. The year-end is of course a great time to travel, but that seems to have slowed down this year. And, if you do decide to travel, always maintain social distance, and follow protocols.