Rwanda year 1964 stamps Olympic Summer Games Tokyo MNH full set

Rwanda year 1964 stamps Olympic Summer Games Tokyo ☀ MNH full set

The 1964 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XVIII Olympiad, were held in Tokyo, Japan. Various venues in and around Tokyo were used for the different sporting events. The newly constructed National Stadium in Tokyo served as the main venue for the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as for athletics events.

First Olympics in Asia: The 1964 Tokyo Olympics marked the first time the Olympic Games were held in Asia. It was a significant milestone for the Olympic movement and helped to promote international understanding and cooperation in the region. The Tokyo Olympics introduced several innovations and advancements, including the extensive use of electronic timing and scoring systems, as well as the introduction of new sports such as judo and volleyball.

Medal Standings: The Soviet Union topped the medal standings, followed by the United States and Japan. The Soviet Union won a total of 96 medals (30 gold, 31 silver, and 35 bronze), while the United States won 90 medals (36 gold, 26 silver, and 28 bronze), and Japan won 29 medals (16 gold, 5 silver, and 8 bronze).