Asian Games 2026 | Asian Games Fever Soars As Cramped Athlete Accommodation Fuels Controversy

Asian Games fever spilt beyond the competition venues in Aichi on Sunday as ONE ASIA WORLD transformed a Nagoya park into a colourful celebration of sport and the 20th Asian Games. Footage shows families and fans exploring the festival, posing with Games mascots, browsing souvenirs and trying out sports-themed attractions. Among the exhibits is a model of the shipping-container-style accommodation used by some athletes, which has drawn criticism for its size and suitability for taller competitors. "It really does feel cramped. Plus, there wasn't a bed in there at the moment, you know? Even if the space works otherwise, I think it would feel tight if beds were actually in there," visitors Sanae Makishita and Yasufumi Makishita said.