Torch relay starts in Fukushima to launch four-month countdown to Tokyo Games
Torch relay starts in Fukushima to launch four-month countdown to Tokyo Games
The Olympic torch relay began on Thursday in Fukushima to launch the four-month countdown to the Tokyo games. It was a symbolic moment for the runners, many of whom were evacuees who fled their homes after the deadly March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Radio France Internationale
Radio France Internationale
Olympic torch relay begins 121-day journey to Tokyo
Olympic torch relay begins 121-day journey to Tokyo
The torch for the Tokyo Olympics has started its 121-day journey across Japan, heading towards the opening ceremony in the capital on July 23.
Irish Independent
Irish Independent
Scepticism, hope as Tokyo Olympic torch relay kicks off in Japan
Scepticism, hope as Tokyo Olympic torch relay kicks off in Japan
Japan PM hopes ‘momentum rises in all regions’ as torch relay begins despite strong public opposition to Tokyo Olympics.
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera