Tag Archives: Tokyo Aquatics Centre

How Many Olympic Sports Did I See Live In The 18 Month Build Up To Paris 2024?

Posted on July 21, 2024 by tokyofox

If you’re lucky enough to live in or close to a host Olympic city then there’s a strong chance you’ll get swept up by the hysteria surrounding the sale of tickets. For the last Olympics in Tokyo, local residents were … Continue reading →

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A Double Dose Of Water Sports Action At Tokyo Aquatics Centre

Posted on November 4, 2023 by tokyofox

The delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics took place in 2021 across 43 venues; 8 new permanent ones, 25 previously existing facilities and 10 temporary places. Some of the new constructions included Japan National Stadium, Musashino Forest Sports Plaza, Oi Hockey Stadium, … Continue reading →

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Viewing The Iguana-Like Crane En-Route To Odaiba By Bicycle!

Posted on December 5, 2020 by tokyofox

Construction work is often a menace to tourists who have their perfect picture postcard moments ruined by the sight of some scaffolding. This structure though has become quite the spectacle though due to it’s interesting appearance! Usually the sight of … Continue reading →

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