Makomanai Open Stadium, Olympic sports complex in Sapporo, Japan
Makomanai Open Stadium is a sports facility located within Makomanai Park in Sapporo with approximately 17,300 seats for various events. The venue offers facilities for both winter and summer sports and changes its configuration depending on the season.
The stadium served as the central venue for the 1972 Winter Olympics and hosted the opening ceremony and speed skating events. These Olympic Games marked a turning point for Sapporo and left a lasting sporting infrastructure.
The stadium preserves its Olympic heritage with the original 1972 Olympic cauldron still standing near the southeast edge. This monument reminds visitors of the site's historical importance for the city.
The stadium is easily accessible and situated within a park offering plenty of space to walk and explore. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since the facility is large with different areas to see on foot.
In summer the seating area is reconfigured and the grounds transform into tennis courts or futsal fields for different sports. This flexibility shows how the stadium adapts to the city's needs and remains active throughout the year.
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