TOKYO 2020
OPENING CEREMONY

Hoping to overcome the year delay for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, this year's Opening Ceremony did not disappoint.

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Despite the socially-distant Parade of Nations and empty stands in the stadium, there was plenty of pageantry to be had. Perhaps most impressive from the Opening Ceremony was a drone display above Olympic Stadium.

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Near the end of the event, 1,824 drones lit up the night sky above the stadium. First forming the symbol of the Olympic Games, the drones then moved to form into the shape of earth while also revolving.

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"A sight never before seen, a feat of technology and beauty. A celestial body hovering over Tokyo. In a moment and a vision for the world," said NBC's Savannah Guthrie.

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Also a sight to see was the eclectic fashion during this year's Parade of Nations. We saw a lot of basic garb, including coat jackets and trousers. But, we also saw more traditional outfits to honor culture, such as Tonga. Fan favorite Pita Taufatofua was back as flag bearer, shirtless and covered in coconut oil wearing traditional Tongan clothing.

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This year's event was set to a key part of Japanese culture - video games.

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10,400 people filled the stadium to see the spectacle, a much smaller number than previous years. No spectators are allowed at this year's event. The Opening Ceremony featured 6,000 athletes, 900 vip guests including first lady jill biden, and about 3.500 members of the media.