Tokyo Games creative director resigns over offensive ‘Olympig’ idea – Sydney Morning Herald

For Ms Naomi Watanabe, my idea and comments are a big insult. And it is unforgivable, Sasaki said. I offer my deepest regrets and apologise from the depth of my heart to her, and those who may have been offended by this.
It is truly regrettable, and I apologise from the bottom of my heart, he added.
Hashimoto, who replaced Mori, was scheduled to speak later on Thursday.
Sasaki formerly worked for the giant Japanese advertising company Dentsu, which has been a key supporter of these Olympics. It…

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