15 things to know about Japan at the Olympics | Time Out Tokyo

Here are some interesting facts and trivia about Japan’s participation in, and its contribution to, the Olympic Games

After a tumultuous 2020 due to the pandemic, the postponed Tokyo Olympics are now officially underway. While we won’t be able to watch the Games in person, there are still ways to enjoy the Olympics regardless of whether you are here in Tokyo or elsewhere.

Japan has had a long history with the Olympics; the country even hosted several Summer and Winter Games prior to this year’s events. As a recap, here’s a list of Olympic trivia to help you get into the sporting spirit.

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