Tokyo Governor Rugby World Cup Visiting Foreigners thinking about sightseeing on September 3 at 17:31

The regular meeting of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly opened on the 3rd. Governor Koike expressed his wish to lead the tournament to the success of the Rugby World Cup Japan tournament, which will open on the 20th of this month, through efforts to encourage visitors to travel around the country.

The regular meeting of the city council was held on the first day on the 3rd.

Governor Koike stated in his opinion, “Fan Zone” was established in Chofu City and Yurakucho in Chiyoda Ward, where you can touch the Rugby World Cup, which will be held in Chofu City on the 20th of this month, and enjoy live broadcasts. In addition to excitement of the tournament, SNS information about the host cities nationwide was sent to people visiting from overseas, and the idea of ​​promoting excursions to various locations was shown.

On that basis, “I want to lead the success as a tournament that is deeply carved in each person's heart, with a lot of ingenuity that allows many visitors from home and abroad to fully enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime rugby world cup in Tokyo and Japan. "Said.

In addition, Governor Koike will run a model project that issues Tokyo's own digital currency that can be used for shopping, etc. for Tokyo residents who have participated in social contribution initiatives to spread cashless payment without using cash. I showed an idea.

The regular meeting of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly will be held until the 18th of this month.