1964 Summer Olympics closing ceremony

The Japanese television networks were praised for covering the event live without losing their professional demeanor.[1] When order was restored, the officially regulated ceremony was held, overseen by IOC president Avery Brundage.The athletes stood in a circle holding lights, and the large display above the field changed to read "SAYONARA".The national anthems of Greece, Japan, and Mexico as the next Olympic host country were played.As the closing ceremony completed with fireworks, the audience sang Hotaru no Hikari (the tune of Auld Lang Syne).
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