Makoto Kobayashi (小林 實, Kobayashi Makoto), a former vice minister of the Japanese Ministry of Home Affairs,[a 1] served as the general director of the Nagano Olympic Organizing Committee (NAOC) for the 1998 Winter Olympics which were held in Nagano, Japan.
Beginning in April 1996, Kobayashi held monthly press conferences to update the public on progress towards the games.
[a 2] During the 107th IOC Session on February 2, 1998, Kobayashi acted as master of ceremonies.
[a 4] In his role as director general of the games, Kobayashi also served as chief of operations.
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