Seoul Government Closes “Coin Noraebangs” Due to Coronavirus Threat

It seems just about anything that is not ventilated and cleaned could end up being closed:

A notice on business suspension is seen at the entrance of a “coin noraebang” in the northeastern Seoul ward of Dobong on May 22, 2020, where infections were reported. (Yonhap)

In its latest effort to contain the new coronavirus, the Seoul city government on Friday ordered all coin-operated karaoke rooms in the city to suspend business ahead of the weekend.

Under the administrative order which has taken effect, 569 “coin noraebang” will be banned from hosting guests until further notice.

The city government said businesses and visitors that breach the order may face fines of up to 3 million won (US$2,420). It also plans to file compensation suits against them for treatment and quarantine costs.

Yonhap

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johnhenry
johnhenry
4 years ago

Hey, finally some postive news relating to COVID-19!

setnaffa
setnaffa
4 years ago

Johnhenry, we may agree 100% on that point. But now those annoying people have nowhere to go…

ChickenHead
ChickenHead
4 years ago

Good thing they haven’t shut down coin glory holes.

It’s hard to love on a retirement check paid in Canadian dollars.

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