The Grand Reopening of Komazawa Gym and the Tokyo 2020 Memorial Day Event

After undergoing renovations starting in April 2023, the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Gymnasium will officially reopen its doors. To commemorate this event, a grand reopening ceremony is scheduled. The day will be filled with various activities including demonstrations by Olympians, 3x3 exhibition matches, mini live performances by artists, and interactive sports experiences for everyone.

Overview of Komazawa Gym

Komazawa Gym is located in Komazawa Park, Setagaya, Tokyo, at 1-1 Komazawa Park. The renovation features several upgraded elements designed for enhanced accessibility and improved experience:

- Installation of LED lighting with reduced glare for a better sports atmosphere.
- Upgraded arena flooring made from domestic woods.
- Modernized air conditioning that uses a top-to-bottom air circulation system.
- New elevators to accommodate wheelchairs and increased wheelchair seating for better accessibility.
- Revamped spectator seating, incorporating sections from the Tokyo 2020 Aquatics Centre.
- Installation of solar panels to promote sustainability.

The gym officially reopens on July 6, 2025.

Komazawa Gym Reopening Event Details

Date and Time

The reopening event will take place on July 6, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Location

The venue for this event will be the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Gymnasium and its central plaza.

Organized by

The event is hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Sports Culture Foundation, supported by the Tokyo Park Association and Setagaya City.

Event Activities (Free Admission)

- Opening ceremony
- Special performances from local kids' cheer groups, community organizations, and university students.
- Mini concerts featuring artists.
- Live demonstrations by Olympians.
- Interactive sports experience zones including wrestling, basketball, cricket, and digital sword fighting (SASSEN).
- 3x3 exhibition games.

Tokyo 2020 Memorial Gallery

The event will also celebrate the fourth anniversary of the Tokyo 2020 Games with:

- Exhibits showcasing the legacy of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
- Special displays tracing the history of wrestling in Japan.

Featured Athletes

More athletes will be announced on the official website, including:

- Yui Susaki, Gold Medalist in Women's Freestyle Wrestling (50kg category) at Tokyo 2020.
- Akiyo Noguchi, Bronze Medalist in Women's Combined Sport Climbing.
- Kazuya Minobe, Gold Medalist in Men's Epee Team Fencing.
- Rie Urata, Bronze Medalist in Women's Goalball at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

Alongside the reopening, the Tokyo 2020 Memorial Day Event will feature:

- Talks from Olympians and Paralympians.
- Additional sports experience areas including bouldering, goalball, and fencing.
- Archives documenting the Tokyo 2020 Games.
- A meet-and-greet with the official mascots Miraitowa and Someity.

Additional Information

Participants can look forward to a display featuring the upcoming 2025 World Athletics Championships and the 25th Summer Deaflympics. For the complete event schedule and updates, please visit the Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Gymnasium website.