Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics opening ceremony takes place

The opening ceremony for the Deaflympics has been held in Tokyo on Saturday. The international sports meet for athletes with hearing impairments is expected to broaden people's understanding of such disabilities, and promote a society where everyone can live easily.

This is the first time Japan has hosted the Deaflympics in the history of their summer and winter editions. The first event was held in Paris, France, in 1924. The Deaflympics are organized by the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf. The committee's President Adam Kosa declared the event open. The Deaflympics will run through November 26, with contests in 21 sports scheduled at venues in Tokyo and elsewhere.