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Kanto, Kansai far apart in antismoking measures 

The Kanto and Kansai regions differ significantly in public antismoking measures, as smoking in taxis and on private railway platforms has been banned in Tokyo, while smoking is still allowed in designated areas at many public facilities in Osaka.

Behind Osaka's leniency is a higher rate of smokers in the city than in Tokyo. Businesses are concerned that a total smoking ban could alienate customers.

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