The Imperial Household Agency has revived horse-drawn carriage processions in light of the resumption of other imperial events this year, including the New Year's address by the emperor.
Even among adults, opinions are divided on how society should handle the coronavirus, including on the issue of whether or not to remove masks which only adds to unease for children.
The experts still urged school officials to set specific rules beforehand, especially regarding social distancing, venue ventilation and not attending when feeling sick.