The Asian Games, a quadrennial sporting competition, is the biggest multi-sport event in Asia and has 45 participating nations. The first Games were held in 1951, soon after World War II, with India and other countries hoping to reestablish bonds of friendship through sports and contribute to world peace.
The next Games will take place from 19 September to 4 October 2026 in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and its capital Nagoya, the third time that country has hosted the Asian Games. Organisers have promised to build a memorable games that provides athletes the ultimate stage for peak performance.
Thousands of local and international visitors are expected to descend on the city and its environs for an exciting celebration of athleticism, culture, and unity. The games will showcase the beauty of Japanese sports and culture in a variety of ways, from the grace of karate to the speed of track and field and the precision of martial arts.
The Aichi-Nagoya Organising Committee is planning to ensure that visitors will have an enjoyable Games experience, starting with efficient transport. Shuttle buses between venues will be provided and measures to curb private car use around Games-related facilities will be taken to ease congestion.