One year until the opening of the Tokyo Paralympic Games JPC Chairman “At a meaningful competition” August 24, 11:56
As the Tokyo Paralympic Games start in 24 days, one day, Mitsunori Torihara, chairman of the Japan Paralympic Committee JPC, commented, "The next year's tournament will recover from the Great East Japan Earthquake and the world will survive the coronavirus disaster. As a symbol, I would like to do my best to prepare for a more meaningful event that brings great hope."
On top of that, he said, ``The coronavirus has changed everyday life, and many difficulties are expected in daily training and excitement of national competition momentum, but there are people who support para-athletes who have paved the way without adversity. With the cooperation of everyone, including those who support us, we have to overcome the difficult situation.With a strong will to turn the evil into positive, we will work to improve the comprehensive strength of the Japanese team, parasports, spread fans, etc. I would like to aim for a wonderful event that can show the value of one year's postponement.