Explore Tokyo’s Olympic Venues

The delayed Tokyo Olympics, which began on 23 July 2021, is the second Games held in the Japanese capital. The event, postponed due to the pandemic, aims to be a celebration of global recovery from months of trauma, mirroring the first Tokyo Games in 1964, which symbolized Japan’s rehabilitation after World War II. Fortunately, the games are proceeding, which is significant for the city, especially considering it lost its first chance to host the Games in 1940 due to the war.

Modern and Historical Venues

Many of the contemporary Olympic venues are located in new or repurposed facilities near Tokyo Bay, while the athletes’ village provides a modern touch to the Olympic experience. Additionally, various sports are being held at legacy sites from the 1964 Games, situated around Harajuku and the Imperial Palace. These two areas form a delightful route that can easily be navigated on foot, with a subway ride connecting the sections.

Discovering Olympic Legacy

As you embark on this tour, you will encounter the rich Olympic legacy that reflects Tokyo’s own storied history of disaster and recovery. This journey serves as an opportunity to embrace and relive the spirit of the recent Olympics.