TOKYO – Gold medals are not awarded at the Athletes’ Village, but there is no doubt that this is the heart and soul of any Olympics.
A look at the numerous flags hanging on the apartments – over 11,000 athletes represent 206 National Olympic Committees – reveals to every visitor what a melting pot it is.
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