Athletes and competition groups have responded to the fact that Chairman Mori of the Tokyo Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games announced on the 12th that he would resign as chairman, taking responsibility for his disdain for women.
Athletes
Maya Nakanishi (35), a long jump women's track and field athlete who has been appointed as the representative of the Tokyo Paralympics over the resignation of Chairman Mori, responded online on the 12th, saying, "Japanese society is difficult for both women and people with disabilities to go out into society. It's a situation. I think it shouldn't have been a statement, but it's not a problem that would be solved if Chairman Mori resigned, but a deeper problem. "
"It is true that various distinctions are rooted in this country, and the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics are not a place to deny that'Japan is not', but not an opportunity to change the status quo. I think it really has to change, and unfortunately it's not the case if there are enough women and people with disabilities to lead the country. What the parties should do I think that it has become clear that the people involved in it should accept it, so this case will be a country where each and every citizen is respected and harmonious in society, so it is better to listen to harsh opinions from overseas. I hope it will be an opportunity to become Japan. "
On top of that, for the Tokyo Games, "Because it is the athletes who can embody diversity, I want them to show their ability to overcome various difficulties and aim for the top, regardless of whether they are disabled or women, and give them vitality to overcome the difficulties. I want to spend a second with everyone because it only takes one second to make people happy when they see their success, so I want to make a big success at the Tokyo Paralympics. "
In addition, regarding a series of remarks by Mr. Mori, American Helen Louise Maruris (29), who won the gold medal after stopping the record of consecutive wins of wrestling girl Saori Yoshida at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, said on the 11th, "Men And women may be viewed differently depending on the culture, but I believe that men and women are equal. Equality is not the same, each has a different role and different values. I think it's important to recognize the difference in value. "
On top of that, "The idea of gender equality in the Olympics is very important. Sports have a positive effect on the growth of people regardless of gender and nurture their own hearts. I have been wrestling for 20 years, but my child At that time, I longed for the Olympics because I wanted to be a player who embodies that value, and I respected the player who embodies it. "
He named Yoshida and Kaori Icho, who won the Olympics for the fourth time in a row. "I have been aiming for the Tokyo Olympics because I wanted to participate in the Olympics many times like them. In Japan, where wrestling is important. I'm looking forward to fighting, "he reiterated his enthusiasm for the second Olympics.
Torchbearer
A man who is a former patient with Hansen's disease who is a torchbearer said, "It is natural that Chairman Mori will quit, but I think it is wrong that the person who quits asked for a successor. What is discrimination again in the wake of this problem? I want you to think about it. "
Yoji Hirasawa (93), a former patient with Hansen's disease, developed the disease at the age of 13 and has lived in a leprosy treatment facility in Higashimurayama, Tokyo for nearly 80 years.
At the last Tokyo Olympic Games, the law at that time did not allow patients with Hansen's disease to enter the competition venue, and from this experience, many people are running themselves in order to appeal for "realization of a society without discrimination" at this competition. I decided to run as a runner of the torch relay.
Under these circumstances, Mr. Hirasawa said, "I was so sad that I passed through my anger and thought about declining the torchbearer. However, as a recoverer of Hansen's disease, I want to run to eliminate discrimination." I have a strong feeling and I am worried about what to do. "
In addition, when asked about Mr. Mori's expression of his intention to resign, he intensified his words and said, "It is natural to quit, but I think it is wrong for the quitting person to ask for a successor. Everyone can have hope. I want you to choose a successor in a democratic way. "
On top of that, "I think the Olympic Games must be a sporting festival where everyone can applaud for harmony, unity, and equality. I think this issue will trigger a stop and think about what discrimination is for many people. I want it. "
Competition groups etc.
IPC = International Paralympic Committee President Parsons issued a statement, "Thanks to Mr. Mori for his seven years of contribution and leadership to the Organizing Committee. I look forward to the long-standing wonderful cooperation with Mr. Mori's successor. I have. "
On top of that, "I believe that good things must be born from bad situations. Taking advantage of the domestic and international reactions of these 7 days, the society is not only gender, but also individual differences such as race, sexual orientation, and disabled people. I hope that it will become more important to accept. "
Regarding the resignation of Chairman Mori, Akemi Masuda, Chairman of the Japan Para Athletics Federation, said, "I have met Mori several times. At the send-off party of the Pyonchan Paralympics, I talked to each player, and the results and competition of the competition. I was surprised at the details of the contents. Ori, Para did not discriminate and supported me. Although this remark is not allowed, the achievements such as the role of a pipe with the world and coordination with various fields were great. In order to respond to that, Para Rikuren Even so, I would like to do my best for the success of the Tokyo Paralympic Games. "
In addition, Yuki Ota, Chairman of the Federation of Japan Fencing Association, who was also involved in the bid activities for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, made a comment.
In this, "In the wake of recent reports, the Japanese sports world is still developing, and I feel the need to speed up reforms. I strongly recognized that it is" sports in society. " I commented.
On top of that, "I know that there are various opinions about holding the Tokyo 2020 Games under the current situation where the epidemic of the new coronavirus is not showing signs of convergence, and I think it is natural. What I can do in the Japanese sports world today is to be able to play sports in such an environment, to seriously discuss the value of sports, and to carry it out in a visible manner. In order to create a society where diversity can be utilized, we will continue to act as the chairman of the Japan Fencing Association and as one of the leaders in the Japanese sports world. "
In addition, as an initiative of the Federation of Japan Fencing Association, "40% or more of female directors, 25% or more of external directors stipulated in the Governance Code of Sports Organizations, limitation of term of office, 10 years in principle, etc. We strive every day to increase the value of fencing and sports through lively discussions. "
Sponsor company
This is the reaction of the sponsor company.
"Japan Post" said, "I think it is unavoidable because I made statements contrary to the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. For my successor, I will do my best to make the tournament in the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, which advocates diversity and harmony. I look forward to receiving it. "
NTT said, "Chairman Mori considers himself to be withdrawn for the success of the tournament. We pay tribute to the efforts made toward the success of the tournament. We hope that you will gain the trust of the outside world and lead the tournament to success. "
Mitsubishi Electric commented, "I think it is unavoidable to resign. I would like the successor chairman to aim for a tournament that will be understood and cooperated by everyone, including the citizens of Tokyo."
Hiroshi Mikitani, President of IT giant "Rakuten" "Discussion including whether to hold"
Regarding the announcement of resignation by Chairman Mori of the Tokyo Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Hiroshi Mikitani, president of IT giant Rakuten, said at a press conference on the 12th, "The statement is inappropriate and extremely inappropriate. I have to say. "
After that, he said, "Given the current situation where mutant strains of the new coronavirus are out, I think we should discuss whether the Olympic Games should be held," and deepen the discussion including whether to hold it as scheduled. He showed the recognition that it should be.