Chiba Prefecture has decided to cancel the public viewing that was scheduled to be held during the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.
This was revealed by Governor Kumagai of Chiba Prefecture at a press conference on the 10th.
Chiba Prefecture and the Games Organizing Committee were planning to hold an event for public viewing and competition experience on a large screen at the Prefectural Makuhari Kaihin Park in Chiba City for two days each during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. ..
Governor Kumagai announced on the 10th that he had decided to cancel the event, although he was considering reducing the scale as the infection of the new coronavirus continued to spread.
As the reason, Governor Kumagai said, "As the infection continues to spread, we cannot achieve the purpose of sharing the excitement and excitement of the tournament and disseminating the charm of the prefecture both inside and outside the prefecture."
He added, "There are many things that can be done in this era, such as online, so I would like to find a way to connect with the citizens of the prefecture. I want to create a momentum to support athletes from Chiba prefecture who have a connection." ..