Tokyo 2021 Olympic Opening Ceremony

As always, the Olympic opening ceremony is a closely guarded secret, and Tokyo 2021 is no different. Japan has kept most details under wraps — including the identity of the final torchbearer and exactly how the Olympic flame will be lit. But here’s what we know so far.

A Simpler, More Traditional Ceremony

Due to the pandemic and cost-cutting efforts, Japan has decided to keep the opening ceremony simple but meaningful. Instead of massive decorations and huge crowds, expect:

✅ Traditional Japanese festival dances
✅ Cultural performances inspired by ancient Japanese rituals
✅ More creative use of light and shadow instead of physical decorations

A recent dress rehearsal gave us a sneak peek, showing a 30-second clip with beautiful festival-style performances at the Olympic Stadium.

The Torch Lighting Will Be Different

This year, the torch lighting will break tradition.
Unlike previous Olympics, where the torch is lit inside the stadium, the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Torch will be ignited on a temporary stand and later moved to the official "Dream Bridge" torch platform near the Tokyo Bay area.

Who Will Light the Torch?

This is the biggest question. Japanese media is hinting that Tokyo might feature a female torchbearer, especially with the strong Olympic theme of gender equality this year. Many expect a well-known Japanese sports star to take on this honor.

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