The Big Hat
Nagano, Japan
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60x30 Meters
This distinctive venue was the main ice hockey arena for the 1998 Winter Olympics and is named for its unique, sweeping roofline that resembles a traditional Japanese hat. It has since transitioned into a premier multipurpose facility for Nagano, hosting international figure skating championships, concerts, and various community conventions.
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Olympics 1998 - Nagano (The Big Hat)
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The Big Hat
This distinctive venue was the main ice hockey arena for the 1998 Winter Olympics and is named for its unique, sweeping roofline that resembles a traditional Japanese hat. It has since transitioned into a premier multipurpose facility for Nagano, hosting international figure skating championships, concerts, and various community conventions.
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