Due to the spread of the new coronavirus, the torch relay in Tokyo, which was suspended on public roads in most areas, had a ceremony to light a torch in a park in Chuo Ward on the 20th of the 12th day. It was.
The Olympic torch relay that traveled all over the country was canceled on public roads in most areas due to the spread of infection in Tokyo, which was the last time.
On the 20th of the 12th day, a "Torch Kiss" ceremony will be held at Hamacho Park in Chuo Ward, where runners who were scheduled to run will connect with a holy fire, and will run in Taito Ward, Bunkyo Ward, and Chiyoda Ward in addition to Chuo Ward. Runner participated.
After performing "Torch Kiss", the participants posed and took a commemorative photo.
Of these, Masaru Takao, who runs a wholesale business of liquor to restaurants, said, "We are in a difficult situation where sales are halved, but I participated today with the intention of blowing away that I will not lose to Corona. I will do my best so that I can return to my original life. "
On the 21st, an ignition ceremony will be held in Shinagawa Ward.