The Nippon Budokan's new look was unveiled on Wednesday in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, at a ceremony to mark completion of extension and renovation work on the venue that will host judo and karate at the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, which were postponed until next year.
In preparation for the upcoming Games, a new training hall for athletes was built, and earthquake resistance and barrier-free facilities were added by replacing the old roof and making permanent space for wheelchairs.
Light-emitting diode (LED) lighting was installed in the building and outside lighting was added to illuminate the building at night.
The building was opened in 1964 and used as the venue for judo at the Tokyo Olympics that year.
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