Meet Koronon, the Japanese anti-coronavirus mascot

Japan has devised a new plan to help spread awareness regarding the deadly coronavirus. It is a mascot, a big fluffy cat mascot called Koronon. Japan has had numerous mascots for various reasons, as seen in the past, and this time a mascot is being used for educating the public about COVID-19.
The latest mascot can be seen making the rounds of Tokyo, handing out masks. The Koronon can be spotted at popular districts such as Shinjuku, and it goes around asking people to maintain social distance, and sanitize hands. With Tokyo yet to get back to its usual busy self, the mascot is a reminder of the deadly disease in a fun, lighthearted manner. Tokyo’s many bars, and restaurants have been closing early, and business is not what it used to be before the pandemic.


The Koronon first made its appearance in public back in September 5, 2020. It is still being used as a mode of delivering masks to people on the road, and to spread awareness. It wears a mask, and is sometimes also seen wearing a face shield. With a big X over the word COVID-19 on its belly, the mascot is certainly a crowd favourite.
The Koronon mascot is the work of Al-pha Co., which is an event management company based in Tokyo.

Koronon, which means no corona, can also be booked for schools, and offices, wherever the need arises. The goal of such a mascot is to reduce the spread of the virus.