Aichi-Nagoya Leaders Emphasize Unity & Readiness for 2026 Asian Games

Aichi-Nagoya Leaders Emphasize Unity & Readiness for 2026 Asian Games
Leaders of Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya City have reaffirmed their commitment to delivering a successful 20th Asian Games, calling on Asia’s broadcasters to capture the passion and spirit of athletes as preparations move into the finals phase.

Iran NOC; Tehran: At the opening of the 1st World Broadcasters Meeting held at Port Messe Nagoya, Governor Hideaki Ohmura, who also serves as President of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Organising Committee (AINAGOC), encouraged delegates to “take the passion of the athletes and deliver it to the public,” underlining the importance of storytelling and media engagement in shaping the Games’ legacy. Meanwhile, Nagoya Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa, Acting Director General of AINAGOC, revealed that the city’s Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium — the main venue for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies as well as athletics — is in its final stages of construction and is set for completion by spring 2026. “The preparations are entering a critical stage, but we will be ready to host a truly memorable event,” Mayor Hirosawa assured. He also invited visiting broadcasters to explore the cultural richness of Aichi-Nagoya, describing it as “the heart of Japan, where tradition meets innovation.” The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games will take place from September 19 to October 4, marking Japan’s third time hosting the continental showpiece after Tokyo 1958 and Hiroshima 1994.

Oct 7, 2025 13:22
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