Demonstrators protest against the Tokyo Olympics in Tokyo. Photo: EPA
Demonstrators protest against the Tokyo Olympics in Tokyo. Photo: EPA

Coronavirus: Japan’s move to host Tokyo Olympics shreds public consensus

  • Japanese public voice concerns about the coronavirus at a time when only 16 per cent are fully vaccinated
  • On the other hand, politicians hope to save face by holding the Games, while pressure on International Olympic Committee is mainly financial

Demonstrators protest against the Tokyo Olympics in Tokyo. Photo: EPA
Demonstrators protest against the Tokyo Olympics in Tokyo. Photo: EPA
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