Last Updated on 24/07/2026 by TinHN Editor
The Nagoya Asian Games 2026 will take place from September 19 to October 4, 2026, in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, with Nagoya as the host city. Officially the 20th Asian Games, Aichi–Nagoya 2026 brings together 46 nations across 43 sports and 468 medal events — the third time Japan has hosted the Games, after Tokyo 1958 and Hiroshima 1994.
Quick Reference: Nagoya Asian Games 2026
| Dates | September 19 – October 4, 2026 |
| Host | Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan |
| Nations | 46 expected |
| Sports / Events | 43 sports, 70 disciplines, 468 events |
| Main Venue | Paloma Mizuho Stadium |
| Motto | Imagine One Asia |
| Asian Para Games | October 18–24, 2026 (same venues) |
When and Where Is the Asian Games 2026?
Aichi Prefecture, with Nagoya as its capital and main hub, hosts the Games. Competition actually starts several days before the opening ceremony, so early events begin ahead of September 19. Closing ceremony is October 4.
Events are spread across 53 venues in Aichi Prefecture — including Okazaki, Toyota, Ichinomiya, Kasugai, Anjō, and Nisshin — combining new builds, renovated facilities, and temporary structures.
Full List of Sports at Nagoya Asian Games 2026
The 2026 program covers 43 sports. Alongside the core Olympic disciplines, this edition features several sports added specifically for this cycle:
- Added by Japan (host nation): Baseball/softball, karate
- Added by the OCA: Squash, esports
- Added by regional zones: Wushu, sepak takraw, kabaddi, wrestling, jujitsu
Beyond these, the program includes athletics, aquatics, gymnastics, badminton, sailing, shooting, archery, volleyball, cricket, tennis, soft tennis, weightlifting, cycling (including BMX and mountain bike), 3×3 basketball, sport climbing, mixed martial arts, and football, among others.
Key Dates by Sport
Confirmed schedules for some of the most-searched sports:
- Cricket: Sept 17 – Oct 3, Kōrogi Sports Park (Nisshin) — men’s and women’s T20I, India defending champions in both
- Volleyball: Sept 16 – Oct 3, venues across Aichi and Nagoya
- Athletics: Sept 20–25, with the marathon and other headline finals expected Sept 26–27
- Artistic gymnastics: Sept 20–24, Kasugai City Gymnasium
- Badminton: Sept 20–29, Ichinomiya City Municipal Gymnasium
- Shooting: Sept 20 – Oct 1, Aichi Prefectural General Shooting Gallery
- Esports: Sept 23 – Oct 2, Aichi International Exhibition Center — 11 approved game titles
- Archery: Sept 26 – Oct 3, Okazaki Central Park
- Sailing: Sept 26 – Oct 3, Kaiyoh Yacht Harbor
Event-by-event timings for some marquee sessions, including sprint finals in athletics, had not been finalized as of the last official schedule update. Check the AINAGOC site closer to the Games for confirmed heats and finals.
How Nagoya 2026 Compares to Hangzhou 2022
The last edition, Hangzhou 2022 (held in 2023 due to pandemic postponement), remains the benchmark for scale:
| Hangzhou 2022 | Aichi-Nagoya 2026 | |
| Nations | 45 | 46 (expected) |
| Athletes | 11,909 | TBC |
| Sports | 40 (61 disciplines) | 43 (70 disciplines) |
| Events | 481 | 468 |
| Duration | 16 days | 16 days |
China has topped the medal table at every Asian Games since 1982, and at Hangzhou 2022 became the first nation to pass 100 gold medals, 200 gold medals, 300 total medals, and 400 total medals in a single edition. Japan, as host in 2026, will be aiming to close that gap on home soil — Japan’s overall medal tally has typically approached 200 at recent Games.
A Games Village on a Cruise Ship
Instead of building a traditional Games Village, organizers are using the cruise ship Costa Serena, docked at Kinjo Wharf in Nagoya Port for the duration of the Games, to house around 4,000 athletes and officials — a first for the Asian Games.
Asian Para Games 2026
The Asian Para Games follow directly after, from October 18–24, 2026, using the same core venues in Aichi and Nagoya. This marks the first time Japan has hosted the Para Games, with 45 nations expected across 18 sports.
Getting to Aichi-Nagoya 2026
Organizers expect most spectators to rely on public transport. Aichi and Nagoya have an extensive network, including:
- JR lines, including the Tokaido Shinkansen and Tokaido Main Line
- Chuo Main Line and other local JR routes
- Kintetsu Railway and Meitetsu private rail lines
- Nagoya’s subway network connecting central venues
FAQ: Nagoya Asian Games 2026
How many sports are at the 2026 Asian Games?
43 sports across 70 disciplines, with 468 medal events.
Is esports a medal sport at Nagoya 2026?
Yes. Esports debuts as an OCA-added sport, running September 23 to October 2 at the Aichi International Exhibition Center.
Where do the Nagoya Asian Games rank against Hangzhou 2022 in size?
Nagoya 2026 has more sports (43 vs. 40) but slightly fewer total events (468 vs. 481) than Hangzhou 2022.
When is the next Asian Games after 2026?
The 2030 Asian Games are scheduled for Doha, Qatar.
How to Follow the Nagoya Asian Games 2026
Ticket sales and detailed session schedules are managed through the official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Organising Committee (AINAGOC) channels. Broadcast and streaming arrangements will be announced closer to the Games by national rights holders in each participating country.
As the Nagoya Asian Games 2026 approaches, schedules, venues, and ticket details may be updated by organizers — this page will be kept current as new information is confirmed.