The first Olympics to be held in Asia, Tokyo 1964 not only confirmed Japan’s peaceful postwar re-integration into the international fold, but also served as a symbol of its modernization, amply reflected in the architecture of the venues and ambitious infrastructure projects. Dubbed “the ¥1 trillion Olympics,” it was, at the time, the most expensive in history, using up a huge chunk of Japan’s national budget. Part of that budget included the Kenzo Tange-designed National Gymnasium, which even today catches the eye. Click on the link in our bio to see other venues from the 1964 Games that you can still see today. 📸 Rob Gilhooly
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