COVID-19 Strategy: The Japan Model thediplomat.com

And it is this relatively low number of deaths that can be considered evidence that the “Japan model” of combating COVID-19 has been successful, at least to this point.
However, this Japan model has not been well understood, with the result that reports in overseas media have been erroneous, generating misunderstanding.
So what is the Japan model?
The Japan model is based on geographic and social conditions within the country and would not have applicability to other countries.
For now, though, the comparatively low mortality from COVID-19 in Japan should be considered evidence that the Japan model has worked to date.