japão olimpíadas 2024
Japan olimpíadas 2024 is scheduled to compete in Paris from 26 July to 11 August. Japanese athletes have participated in every Summer Olympic Games since 1912 , except on two occasions: the 1948 Summer Olympics in London , to which they were not invited due to the country’s role in World War II , and the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow , due to their participation in the United States-led boycott.
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Japão Olimpíadas 2024
The Japanese Olympic team has a rich and impressive history at the Olympic and Paralympic Games . Since its first participation in 1912, Japan has consistently demonstrated its capabilities and determination. The 1964 Tokyo Games were a major turning point, marking its first Olympic Games and establishing its position as a global sporting powerhouse. More recently, the 2021 Tokyo Games were an opportunity for Japan to shine on home soil, with a string of medals that delighted local fans and impressed international observers.
As regards the Paralympic Games , Japan first participated in the Stoke-Mandeville International Games in 1962 and the first Paralympic Games in Japan were held in 1964.
Speaking of medals, here’s what the Japanese team will have won at the Tokyo 2021 Games :
Gold medals : 27
Silver medals : 14
Bronze medals : 17
With these impressive results, the Japanese team finished third in the medal table.
Although the Paris 2024 Olympic Games have come to an end and the Paralympic Games are just around the corner, Japan continues to strive to achieve excellence and establish itself as a formidable competitor on all fronts.
Key Achievements of Japão Olimpíadas 2024
Wrestling Success
Japan dominated wrestling, securing eight gold medals.
Kotaro Kiyooka won gold in the men’s 65kg freestyle, defeating Iran’s Rahman Amouzadkhalili 10-3.
Yuka Kagami claimed gold in the women’s 76kg freestyle, beating Kennedy Blades of the U.S. 3-1.
Judo and Gymnastics Excellence
Japan continued its tradition of judo dominance, winning multiple medals across weight categories.
In gymnastics, Japan won team gold in the men’s artistic gymnastics event.
Daiki Hashimoto, the Tokyo 2020 all-around champion, defended his title in the men’s individual all-around.
First-Ever Fencing Gold
Japan won its first-ever Olympic gold in fencing, taking the men’s team foil title.
Golf Breakthrough
Hideki Matsuyama became the first male Japanese golfer to win an Olympic medal, earning bronze after an impressive 6-under final round.
Skateboarding and Modern Sports
Japan continued to excel in skateboarding, an event where they shined in Tokyo 2020.
Young Japanese skateboarders took home multiple gold and silver medals in the street and park disciplines.
Game List of Japão Olimpíadas 2024
Below is a summary of the number of places allocated to Japanese athletes for the 2024 Olympic Games by sport.
| Sport | Masculine | Feminine | Total |
| Athletics | 29 | 20 | 49 |
| Badminton | 5 | 7 | 12 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Boxing | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Breaking | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Canoeing | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Cycling | 9 | 9 | 18 |
| Sport climbing | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Fencing | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| Soccer | 18 | 18 | 36 |
| Gymnastics | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Weightlifting | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Handball | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Equestrianism | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Field Hockey | 0 | 16 | 16 |
| Judo | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| Fights | 8 | 6 | 14 |
| Swimming | 15 | 14 | 29 |
| Artistic swimming | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Modern Pentathlon | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Water polo | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Rowing | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Rugby sevens | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Diving | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Skateboard | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Surf | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Tennis | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Table tennis | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Shot | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Archery | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Triathlon | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Candle | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| Total | 212 | 191 | 403 |
Japan’s Performance Strategy
Japan’s continued Olympic success is due to strong investment in sports development, scientific training methods, and youth development programs.
The country aims to build on this success for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with further emphasis on data analysis and sports science.
Conclusion
Japan’s performance in Paris 2024 proved that their success in Tokyo 2020 was no fluke. They remain a global sports powerhouse, excelling in combat sports, gymnastics, and emerging events like skateboarding.
