Japan's COVID-19 cases rise to 1,484

Japan's total number of COVID-19 cases increased to 1,484 on Sunday, rising by a faster pace than the previous day, NHK reported.

The total number of cases includes 697 from the Diamond Princess cruise ship and 14 who returned from China by charter flights.

A total of 29 patients have died of the disease in Japan, with seven from the cruise ship.

The recent spike in Japan's numbers has caused some concerns about the 2020 Olympic Games, while the organizers are moving forward with preparation.