Editorial

15:26 JST, December 6, 2024

It is important to realize a society in which everyone, regardless of whether they have a disability, can enjoy sports with peace of mind. It is hoped that this event will serve as an opportunity to deepen the understanding of people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Less than a year remains before the Deaflympics, an international sporting event for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, will be held in Japan in November next year. About 3,000 athletes from 70 to 80 countries and regions are scheduled to participate. With 21 sports, including athletics and ones using a ball, the Deaflympics are set to be held mainly in Tokyo over 12 days.

The Japanese Federation of the Deaf worked on the event bidding, and with the decision to host the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics as a tailwind, it was decided in........

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