The Tokyo Olympics may be muted because of the coronavirus pandemic, but that didn’t stop Friday’s opening ceremony from being a riot of color.
Stunning fireworks, intimate dance performances and even a treadmill set the scene for the next two weeks of sporting endeavors ― even though spectators were largely banned from the National Stadium.
See some of the most iconic images here:
via Associated Press
Fireworks illuminate over the National Stadium during the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony.
ANTONIN THUILLIER via Getty Images
An overview shows a performer walking on a treadmill during the opening ceremony.
Brendan Moran via Getty Images
Team Ireland flag bearers Kellie Harrington and Brendan Irvine carry the Irish tricolor.
Clive Rose via Getty Images
Team Cameroon enters the arena.
picture alliance via Getty Images
Fireworks explode over the arena.
Hannah McKay – Pool via Getty Images
Performers dance in front of giant golden Olympic Rings.