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During the PyeongChang Games period "Tokyo 2020 Live Site in 2018" held
The Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will host the "Tokyo 2020 Live Site in 2018" during the PyeongChang Olympic and Paralympic Games.
This initiative aims to carry the excitement of the PyeongChang Games forward to the Tokyo 2020 Games, with events held sequentially in three prefectures in Tohoku, Tokyo, and Kumamoto.
Visitors can enjoy live broadcasts of thrilling competitions on large screens, stage events, and sports experiences.
The Live Site was held at Inokashira Park in Tokyo from February 10th to 12th, with an opening event on the first day.
Appearing on stage for a talk show were former professional baseball player and Olympian G.G. Sato (Takahiko Sato), karateka Nao Morooka aiming to compete in the Tokyo Games, sport climber Keita Watanabe, Paralympian Junichi Kawai, talent Ami Inamura, and female vocal group Little Greer Monster.
Regarding the PyeongChang Games, Sato said, "I want to bring warmth to the cold venue. As a figure skating fan, I'm hoping for Japanese athletes to win medals." Kawai said, "I'm keeping an eye on Kasai, who is competing in his eighth Games." Morooka called out, "Cheers can reach them even from far away. Let's all cheer them on."
Regarding the 2020 Tokyo Games, both Watanabe and Morooka said they were "honestly happy" that sport climbing and karate had been added as new events, while Sato expressed his expectations, saying, "The return of baseball and softball is wonderful. I'm sure they will win medals."
On stage, a swing speed contest was held between baseball fan and "God Swing" famous Inamura and Karen from Little Greer Monster. Sato also challenged them, but due to a malfunction in the measuring equipment, he was completely defeated by Inamura. He made the audience laugh by saying, "I'm the type who performs poorly in actual competitions."
The venue featured experience corners for sports such as basketball (3x3), 5-a-side soccer, cycling, and boccia, as well as partner booths for the Tokyo Games and a food area. Performances by university students and local groups took place on the event stage, and the opening ceremony and competitions could be viewed on a large screen. On the 10th, Little Greer Monster performed five songs live, energizing the venue.
Event site:
https://tokyo2020.org/jp/special/pyeongchang-to-tokyo/livesites/
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