The Tokyo 2020 Olympics are finally here! Akihabara on the opening day of the event

The opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics will be held on July 23, 2021.
Here's a look at what Akihabara was like on the second day of the four-day holiday.

Akihabara on the day of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

Day 2 of the 4-day holiday: How many people are there in Akihabara?

There were a lot of people on Chuo Street...of course!
It's a long weekend, so it's only natural.

Since there are a lot of people on Chuo Street, Junk Street is also bustling.
The direct sunlight is intense and it is very hot, so please be careful not to get heatstroke.

Akihabara: Cheap Drinks at Drugstores and Supermarkets

Blue Impulse flying near Akihabara

The Blue Impulse performs a demonstration flight over Tokyo ahead of the Olympic opening ceremony.
The scene could be seen from Akihabara.

Many people are waiting for the Blue Impulse in front of Akihabara UDX pic.twitter.com/SlEHYhqrmm

— Akihabara Base Camp (@akihabara_bc) July 23, 2021

According to the announced schedule, the demonstration flight will take place between 12:40 and 12:55.
According to the planned route, the ship will pass near Akihabara twice.
As the time approached, people began to gather in open areas near Akihabara Station, such as in front of Akihabara UDX.

Blue Impulse can be seen from Akihabara! pic.twitter.com/u0dwnn8qhl

— Akihabara Base Camp (@akihabara_bc) July 23, 2021

There were cheers when the Blue Impulse appeared in the sky.

"Tohoku House" currently being held at Akihabara UDX

A promotional event for Tohoku and Niigata called "Tohoku House" was being held at Akihabara Square on the second floor of Akihabara UDX.

This is the exhibit that is the highlight of the event.
The footage taken by a drone's 360-degree camera is shown on a large screen.
You can enjoy the seasonal scenery of Tohoku and Niigata through powerful images.
There were also booths where you could try painting an Akabeko and experience the snowy scenery of Tohoku and Niigata in VR.
This event will be held until Saturday, August 7th, and admission is free, so be sure to check it out if you're interested.

Other scenes in Akihabara

Mode Off Akihabara store on Junk Street will be closing this weekend on Sunday, July 23rd.
A closing down sale is currently being held.

The first floor of the Gamers main store was open. It seems the renovations have been completed. pic.twitter.com/qA7xYpYfBE

— Akihabara Base Camp (@akihabara_bc) July 23, 2021

The first floor of the AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store, which had been undergoing renovation work, has been reopened.
It gives a much cleaner impression.

A "Hebot!" pop-up store is currently open at Volks Akihabara Hobby Heaven.
Let's all go Hebon!!!

Akihabara is bustling with the holidays approaching

Although it was during the state of emergency, there were many people in Akihabara that day, likely due to the festive mood of the four-day holiday and the Tokyo Olympics, and many people who appeared to be tourists.
It is easy to imagine that this situation will continue until the end of the summer vacation season.
Let's all take proper measures to prevent infection.
Also, with the continued high temperatures, it's possible to collapse from heatstroke before the coronavirus strikes, so it's important to take frequent rest and stay hydrated.