This is the content of the interview with Honorary Chairman Mitarai of the Organizing Committee, who chaired the Candidate Review Committee.
"All committee members will give candidates"
Honorary Chairman Mitarai of the Organizing Committee, who chaired the Candidate Review Committee, commented on the selection process: "At the second review committee, we discussed candidates suitable for the new chairman, and one or more candidates from all members. In a thorough discussion, it was suggested that a person who has five necessary qualities comprehensively rather than one in order to be accepted by the public is better. "
On top of that, there was also an argument that it is difficult for others to support international recognition and international sensibilities, and that they should have it as an individual. It is necessary to be prepared to assume the new chairman, and the review committee After discussing that it is necessary for all directors to support the members, of course, it was unanimously concluded that Mr. Hashimoto was suitable for the new chairman. "
"I didn't get an immediate answer."
Chairman Mitarai revealed to the new chairman Hashimoto that he had been consulted for the appointment of chairman on the evening of the 17th, and said, "I felt that he was thinking positively, but he answered immediately. I don't think there was any. I think he was wondering if he could take on the heavy responsibility of the chairman. Since he has an important position as a minister, he seemed to be wondering if he could leave that position. " I revealed it.
In addition, he said that after noon on the 18th, new chairman Hashimoto replied, "I will accept that position for the success of the Olympics and Paralympics."
"A pretty perfect person"
Regarding the reason why Mr. Hashimoto is suitable for the new chairman, "Mr. Hashimoto was a director of the organizing committee, an athlete representing Japan, and also the minister in charge of the Olympics and Paralympics. I thought he was the right person, and as chairman, I confidently recommended it to the board with everyone's consent. "
9 candidates
He also revealed that a total of nine people were recommended as candidates by the committee members.
He added, "This member is not a candidate and is involved in human rights issues, so we cannot announce it." He did not disclose the names of each.