"Tokyo 2020 JAPAN HOUSE" Visitor count surpasses 50,000

The Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, which will host the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games in two years, opened the "Tokyo 2020 JAPAN HOUSE" in the Gangneung area, where indoor competition venues are concentrated, during the PyeongChang Games.
It showcases the appeal of Tokyo through seven content areas, including Tokyo Games and Tokyo Metropolitan Government PR corners, and Japanese cultural experience zones. (Photo = Tokyo 2020)

Approximately 130 media representatives from 12 countries attended the media preview held on February 8. Deputy Secretary General Yukihiko Nunomura of the Organizing Committee stated, "We hope many people will experience a glimpse of 'omotenashi' (hospitality) enabled by Japan's cutting-edge technology. We want to firmly pass on the baton from PyeongChang with the spirit of 'Next is Tokyo! Next is Japan!'"

Immediately after opening to the public the following day, large crowds visited, enjoying the various exhibits. The venue was bustling, and by the 18th, visitor numbers surpassed 50,000.

Former speed skater and gold medalist Hiroyasu Shimizu visited with junior high and high school athletes, and former swimmer and gold medalist Kyoko Iwasaki also made an appearance. They were seen enjoying the exhibits.
Japan House will be open during the Olympic period until February 25th and during the Paralympic period from March 9th to 18th.