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　With the spread of the COVID-19 infection, there is a growing movement to thank healthcare professionals who struggle at the forefront. Applause at a fixed time with respect and lighting up the building in blue has begun overseas, and the circle of support has been expanding in Japan. The beginning is U.K., and the blue color is the symbol color of the country's national medical service "Natioal Health Service" and the color inspired by the earth.

In Tokyo, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is lit up in blue at night from April 16 to May 6, the time limit for the declaration of a state of emergency under the Special Measures Law for Measures against COVID-19. On April 27, the letters "ARIGATO" were displayed on the north side of observation deck. At this time, the design will be implemented until May 2nd, originally scheduled Showa Day on April 29, GW from April 30 to May 2nd and 6th, Constitution Day on May 3rd , Green Day on May 4 and Children's Day on May 5 were canceled in a hurry.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　The Tokyo Tower seen from the Sumida River Terrace in Kachidoki dyes the city blue with the idea of "let's work together to overcome COVID-19."