Spectators from abroad will be barred from the Tokyo Olympics when they open in four months, the IOC and local organizers said Saturday. The decision was announced after an online meeting of the International Olympic Committee, the Japanese government, the Tokyo government, the International Paralympic Committee and local organizers. AdvertisementThe ban on fans from abroad comes just days before the Olympic torch relay starts Thursday from Fukushima prefecture in northeastern Japan. AdvertisementIn the midst of Saturday’s meeting, Bach and others were given a reminder about earthquake-prone northeastern Japan — and Japan in general. A strong earthquake shook Tokyo and triggered a tsunami advisory as Bach and others made introductory remarks before the virtual meeting.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 20, 2021 11:34 UTC