The 1964 Olympics were one of the most significant Games of the modern era.  Less than two decades after the end of World War II, Japan welcomed the world.  So, how did these Games change the perception of Japan on the global stage, and what did it mean for Japanese citizens? Roy Tomizawa, author of “1964- The Greatest Year in the History of Japan” joins, Shane McInnes, to discuss those Games, and also look ahead to Tokyo 2021.

With cities around the world feeling the pinch financially due to the Coronavirus pandemic, is now the time to be considering the Olympics bid?  For the Councils of South East Queensland, the answer is an emphatic, “yes.”  So, as Queensland’s tourist hot spots look to get back on their feet, what can the Games bring to the region? And how can residents be assured the Games are the right investment? Mark Jamieson is the Mayor of the Sunshine Coast and reveals what he hopes the Games can deliver in the decade leading up to the 2032 Games.

And, this week’s “The 5”: The 5 cities yet to host an Olympic Games, that should hose the event in the future.

Twitter: @ReadySetTokyo.

The 1964 Olympics were one of the most significant Games of the modern era. &nbsp;Less than two decades after the end of World War II, Japan welcomed the world. &nbsp;So, how did these Games change the perception of Japan on the global stage, and what did it mean for Japanese citizens? Roy Tomizawa, author of &ldquo;1964- The Greatest Year in the History of Japan&rdquo; joins, Shane McInnes, to discuss those Games, and also look ahead to Tokyo 2021.
With cities around the world feeling the pinch financially due to the Coronavirus pandemic, is now the time to be considering the Olympics bid? &nbsp;For the Councils of South East Queensland, the answer is an emphatic, &ldquo;yes.&rdquo; &nbsp;So, as Queensland&rsquo;s tourist hot spots look to get back on their feet, what can the Games bring to the region? And how can residents be assured the Games are the right investment? Mark Jamieson is the Mayor of the Sunshine Coast and reveals what he hopes the Games can deliver in the decade leading up to the 2032 Games.
And, this week&rsquo;s &ldquo;The 5&rdquo;: The 5 cities yet to host an Olympic Games, that should hose the event in the future.
Twitter: @ReadySetTokyo.

Join Shane McInnes and Natalie Peters for Ready Set Tokyo as we countdown to the 2020 Games in Japan!

Each week our experienced hosts will give you an update on preparations for the Games by exploring the sports, athletes, officials, organisers, issues, fans and much more.

Hear interviews with athletes and other newsmakers, learn from those well versed in Japanese language and culture, and prepare for plenty of laughs as our hosts recall their experiences covering the past four Olympic Games.

Join&nbsp;Shane McInnes&nbsp;and&nbsp;Natalie Peters&nbsp;for Ready Set Tokyo as we countdown to the 2020 Games in Japan!
Each week our experienced hosts will give you an update on preparations for the Games by exploring the sports, athletes, officials, organisers, issues, fans and much more.
Hear interviews with athletes and other newsmakers, learn from those well versed in Japanese language and culture, and prepare for plenty of laughs as our hosts recall their experiences covering the past four Olympic Games.

Ready Set Tokyo

Join Shane McInnes and Natalie Peters for Ready Set Tokyo as we countdown to the 2020 Games in Japan!

Each week our experienced hosts will give you an update on preparations for the Games by exploring the sports, athletes, officials, organisers, issues, fans and much more. 

Hear interviews with athletes and other newsmakers, learn from those well versed in Japanese language and culture, and prepare for plenty of laughs as our hosts recall their experiences covering the past four Olympic Games.

TOKYO 1964: Why these Games were so important to Japan both domestically and on the world stage | 2032- BID OR BUST: Covid-19 won’t force South-East Queensland off course as the region pushes ahead with its Olympic bid.

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