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Ajinomoto Stadium, Tokyo
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Begin the countdown to your Olympics now, as we head towards the opening ceremony of Tokyo 2020! Make sure to mark your calendar, get learning your Japanese and grab a friend for the event of the decade. Even better, grab a group of buddies and attend or host a viewing party. Be sure to invite me!
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