The Asian Games are the biggest multi-sport event in Asia. They are held every four years and feature 45 sports and disciplines. All nations and regions affiliated with the Olympic Council of Asia can participate. The Games were first held in 1951, shortly after World War II ended. The aim was to reestablish bonds among Asian countries through sport and contribute to everlasting peace in the region.
The 2026 edition will be hosted by Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya City. It will be the third time that Japan has hosted the Games, following Tokyo 1958 and Hiroshima 1994. The Organising Committee AINAGOC is aiming to create the best Asian Games, fostering cooperation and friendship across Asia and leaving a legacy that will help enhance regional sports exchange.
The organisers have prepared a contingency plan to evacuate athletes housed in the Athletes’ Village in case of tsunami, typhoon or any other natural disasters. They will be able to depend on Japanese authorities for their experience in dealing with such emergencies, said officials. Besides, the organisers have also informed the 45 competing nations of the details of temporary accommodation, which will be on a floating village near the Sano International Cricket Ground. The games will be held from September 19 to October 4 in Aichi and Nagoya. This period is considered the peak of typhoon season in Japan. The organisers will also provide shuttle buses between competition venues and public transport stations. They will also implement measures to curb private cars around the Games-related facilities, and manage travel demand.