The emperor of Japan is “concerned” about holding the Olympic Games during Covid-19, according to his most senior official, in a rare intervention that skirted a ban on Imperial involvement in politics.
According to remarks at a press conference reported by local media outlets, Imperial grand steward Yasuhiko Nishimura said it was his impression that the monarch was worried about the event.
The comments, made just 28 days before the games are due to begin, will be deeply unwelcome to Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, who has decided to stage the event with stadiums at half capacity.
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