Wednesday marks one year until the start of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, with preparations for the event progressing on schedule.
Japan will welcome people from around the world from July 24 to August 9 next year for its first summer Olympics since 1964. Over the course of 17 days, thousands of athletes will compete in a record 339 events across 33 sports.
The process of selecting members for Japan's Olympic team will go into full swing this summer.
In August, world championships for sailing and sports climbing will be held.
The Marathon Grand Championship, or MGC, will be held on September 15 to determine two members each for the men's and women's Olympic teams.
Construction is proceeding rapidly at the Olympic Village for athletes and 42 venues.
NHK
