Quote Originally Posted by SubaruNorway View Post
Within the first 15min of this one I've maybe seen one fan that looks like he's been hired in as well.
A few at a junction and some in the SSS but looks like a ghost rally when you watch it back now.
At 14min
https://youtu.be/liRjisEUp_g
You need to understand the Japanese culture... They don't just go an stand in the middle of a stage. That would be naughty. They go only to the designated spectator locations.

I was lucky enough to go one year to Obihiro, and I can assure you the whole city was right behind the event. One of the best ceremonial starts I've ever been to. Amazing crowds.

And don't forget, this time it will be on the main island, just a couple of hours from Tokyo...