Its also worth noting that Japan's response has been roundly criticized both from within and without. They've kept these citizens in a cruise ship sized pitri d

Its also worth noting that Japan's response has been roundly criticized both from within and without. They've kept these citizens in a cruise ship sized pitri dish and the effects are now playing out. On the other hand, they have been more hands off when it comes to monitoring and quarantining people traveling to and from China via air. Most other countries, including the US, seem to be reacting with stronger measures, which may make a big difference.