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Members of Australia's softball team prepare for the Olympics at a training camp in Japan. They play the opening game with Japan on July 21. © Reuters

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Fukushima Azuma Baseball Stadium, the venue for the upcoming Olympic softball game between Japan and Australia, was guarded closely by police officers Tuesday. A "no entry" sign stood at the front doors.

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