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With the Madrid deal now done, attention has inevitably shifted to see where else could emerge as a candidate city to join the roster – with one interesting contender being Osaka in Japan.
There have been whispers for a few months now that Japan’s third most populous city was contemplating putting together an F1 bid, but its plans have now been confirmed as city chiefs evaluate what can be done.
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Osaka tourism bureau chairman Hiroshi Mizohata has just formally announced its intention to become a candidate for F1, and a representative of the organisation has talked exclusively to Autosport about the project that included a delegation visiting last year’s Singapore Grand Prix.
“F1 will be the perfect catalyst for Osaka to become an international tourist city,” said the tourism bureau member.
“In order for Osaka to achieve that, it is important to attract wealthy people from Europe, America, and Australia.
“We also believe that F1 will be the perfect catalyst for attracting luxury hotels and revitalising the nighttime economy.
Source: Autosport