Tokyo 2020 ticket refund applications in Japan to start Nov. 10

Holders overseas can also get money back 'in principle' but guidelines vary

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Ticket refunds for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be available but terms may differ in Japan and overseas. (Source photos by Ken Kobayashi)

FRANCESCA REGALADO, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games organizing committee will accept refund applications for tickets purchased in Japan beginning on Nov. 10, officials said Friday.

"The tickets that have already been purchased will be valid for the same session on the new date. For those unable to attend the session on the new date, we will provide a refund for the tickets," said Hidenori Suzuki, Tokyo 2020's marketing director.

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