Tokyo Photo News May 2021

In order to discuss and carry out COVID-19 vaccinations quickly and smoothly, a “Vaccine Team” with related entities such as local governments and medical associations was established in Tokyo.
At the beginning, Governor Koike said: “During this meeting, we would like to exchange opinions about quick and smooth inoculations of elderly people according to the moves of the central government.”

A Para Athletics test event, in which 117 athletes participated in 42 disciplines, was held at the Olympic Stadium (Japan National Stadium). Athletes and other involved people experienced the atmosphere of the stadium and verified the operation of competitions in preparation for the tournament.

A Tokyo 2020 Paralympics 100 days to go ceremony was held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1.
The Paralympic symbol (three agitos) was unveiled on the first floor of the government building, and the course of the day was broadcasted online.

Vaccinations for Tokyo’s 23 special wards’ residents aged 65 or older who made a reservation at the Otemachi Joint Government Building No. 3 in Chiyoda Ward have started. In future, the scope of reservations and inoculations shall gradually be expanded.