Japan Paralympic Day
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What Is Japan Paralympic Day?
August 24th is "Japan Paralympic Day," established by the Japanese Paralympic Committee (JPC), then part of the Japanese Para-Sports Association (now the Japan Para Sports Association), to commemorate the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, held on this date in 2021. It was registered with the Japan Anniversary Association in 2021.
The Excitement of Para-Sports, Delivered From Tokyo to the World
This anniversary carries a wish to carry the memory of the Tokyo Games forward into the future.
- The date's origin: tied to the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, held on August 24, 2021
- Its purpose: to keep the excitement and legacy the Paralympics brought to Japan from fading, and to continue building interest in para-sports
- The range of para-sports: many events, such as wheelchair basketball and boccia, can be enjoyed by people with or without disabilities
Tokyo: Host of the Summer Paralympics Twice
Tokyo also hosted the 2nd Summer Paralympics in 1964, and with the 2021 Games it became the first city to host the Summer Paralympics twice. The Tokyo 2020 Paralympics ran from August 24 to September 5, 2021.
Para-Sports' Role in Building an Inclusive Society
Para-sports are gaining attention not just as competitive events, but as a powerful symbol in the pursuit of an inclusive society where everyone can thrive, regardless of disability.
Tips for Marking This Day
- Watch footage of para-sports matches or competitions
- Look for a para-sports class or event you can experience nearby
- Look back on memorable moments from the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics
- Reflect on what you personally can do to help build a more inclusive society
Turning That Summer's Excitement Into a Step Toward the Future
The excitement and awareness the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics brought continue to shape society, even now that the Games have ended. Let August 24th be a chance to reflect, through para-sports, on a society where everyone can thrive.