Fireworks explode over the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, Aug 8, 2021. (Xinhua/Dai Tianfang) TOKYO, Aug.
The Olympic flame is seen at the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony of Tokyo 2020 on Aug. 8, 2021.
Japanese Emperor Naruhito (R) and International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach gestures during the opening ceremony of 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, July 23, 2021. (Xinhua/Xu Chang) -- The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games opened a year later than planned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
HAO YANPENG/CHINA DAILY On July 8, the Japanese government declared a state of emergency in Tokyo until Aug 22, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. That means the Tokyo Olympic Games (July 23-Aug 8) will be subject to strict limits on spectators for large events.
