The 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 runs from September 19 to October 4, 2026 (with early football preliminaries starting September 10), spread across 53 venues in Aichi, Tokyo, Shizuoka, Gifu, and Osaka.
With 45 nations, 43 sports, and over 468 gold medals up for grabs, demand for Asian Games 2026 tickets is expected to be high, especially for swimming, badminton, gymnastics, and the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
This guide covers everything about Asian Games 2026 tickets: official sale phases, prices, how to buy as an international fan, resale marketplace options, and sport-by-sport ticket details.
Asian Games 2026 Tickets: Quick Overview
Asian Games 2026 tickets will give fans access to competitions across multiple sports and venues. Here’s a quick overview of ticket prices, booking details and official sales information.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Games Dates | September 19 – October 4, 2026 |
| General Ticket Sales Opened | June 30, 2026 (17:00 JST) |
| Sales Format | First-come, first-served (no lottery) |
| Starting Price | ¥1,500 (~$10 USD) |
| Official Ticket Site | lp-ag.tickets-aichi-nagoya2026.org |
| Registration Required | Free “Supporter ID” |
| Purchase Limit | Up to 12 tickets/account (6 for ceremonies) |
| Overseas Buyers | Permitted, no residency restriction on general sale |
| Authorized Agencies | Ticket Pia, TBS Tickets, CBC Ticket Center |
How to Buy Asian Games 2026 Tickets: Step-by-Step
There are two main routes to buying tickets, depending on whether you’re based in Japan or overseas.
Option 1: Official Ticketing Site (Recommended for International Fans)
- Register for a free Supporter ID at the official English-language ticketing portal.
- Browse tickets by sport, venue, or date once registered.
- Payment and ticket delivery (e-ticket or mail, depending on residency) are handled directly through the official system.
- This is the only channel that guarantees English-language support for overseas buyers.
Option 2: Authorized Japanese Agency Sites
- Ticket Pia, TBS Tickets, and CBC Ticket Center also sell official tickets.
- Each requires its own separate membership registration — a Supporter ID is not used on these platforms.
- These sites are Japanese-language only, so they work best if you have a Japan-based contact or are comfortable using browser translation.
- Note: Hong Kong residents must purchase through their local authorized agent rather than these three channels.
Ticket Sales Timeline
| Phase | Eligibility | Sales Window |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Sales (1st Phase) | Residents of host regions only (Aichi, Gifu, Mie, Shizuoka, Tokyo, Osaka) | Feb 26 – Mar 9, 2026 |
| Priority Sales (2nd Phase) | No regional restriction, worldwide | Mar 12 – Mar 31, 2026 |
| General Sale | Open to everyone, worldwide | From June 30, 2026, 17:00 JST |
- Sales are strictly first-come, first-served — there is no ballot or lottery system, unlike some other major multi-sport events.
- Some in-demand sports (like track and field) have also had special in-person sales at venue PR booths as a supplementary channel.
Asian Games 2026 Ticket Prices by Category
Official pricing follows a tiered Zone A / B / C seating structure, varying by sport and venue. Here’s what to expect:
- Entry-level tickets start as low as ¥1,500 (~$10 USD) for Zone C seats in many sports.
- Zone C seats for most sports cost under ¥3,500.
- Wrestling is a good value benchmark: qualifying rounds run ¥3,000–4,000, with finals priced at ¥4,000–6,000.
- Opening and Closing Ceremony tickets are the most expensive and limited, capped at 6 per account, with resale-market prices already seen well above face value.
- Child tickets (under 15) are discounted but only available in the lowest seating category per sport.
- Free viewing is available for select roadside events, such as the marathon, race walk, and cycling road race.
Sample Ticket Price Ranges
| Sport/Event | Approx. Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wrestling (qualifying) | ¥3,000 – ¥4,000 | Seat A/B options |
| Wrestling (finals) | ¥4,000 – ¥6,000 | Higher demand sessions |
| General Zone C tickets | Under ¥3,500 | Most individual sports |
| Opening/Closing Ceremony | ¥1,299+ (resale) | Official prices higher on primary market; capped at 6/account |
| Race Walk, Marathon, Cycling Road Race | Free | Roadside viewing, no ticket needed |
Note: Prices vary significantly by sport, venue, and seating zone, always check the sport-specific listing on the official ticketing guide before purchasing.
Special Ticket Categories
Beyond standard seating, the official ticketing system also offers:
- Wheelchair Seating — available for all sessions; the wheelchair user pays the standard wheelchair ticket price, and one companion can attend free of charge.
- Child Tickets — discounted for under-15s, but only in the lowest available seating category per sport; accompanying adults must buy a standard General Ticket.
- Hospitality Packages — including Lounge Hospitality, Room Hospitality, and “OUEN Plus” experience packs, sold through the official hospitality ticketing site for fans wanting a premium experience.
- Commemorative Add-ons — such as limited-edition Owari Shippo (cloisonné) collectibles featuring mascot Honohon, available as an add-on purchase alongside event tickets.
Buying Asian Games 2026 Tickets as an International Fan
A few things overseas fans should know before purchasing:
- You do not need to be a Japanese resident to buy general sale tickets — the June 30 general sale window is open worldwide.
- Register your Supporter ID early, since it’s required before you can browse or purchase on the official site.
- Popular sports — swimming, gymnastics, badminton, basketball, and both ceremonies — are expected to sell out fastest.
- If the official site is down for maintenance or fully booked, resale marketplaces (see below) list verified tickets, though usually at a premium over face value.
- Combine ticket planning with hotel bookings early, since Nagoya accommodation is expected to fill up quickly during the Games window.
Resale & Secondary Marketplace Tickets
For fans who missed the official sales windows, or who want tickets closer to the event date, secondary ticket marketplaces such as Ticombo list Asian Games 2026 tickets across most sports, including:
- Basketball, football, volleyball, cricket (T20), hockey, modern pentathlon, soft tennis, wushu, beach volleyball, and both ceremonies
- Prices on resale platforms typically range from roughly $167 to over $5,000+, depending on the sport, session, and seat category
- Ceremony tickets (Opening and Closing) tend to command the highest resale premiums, given limited official allocations
Points to consider before buying resale tickets:
- Always verify the platform is a legitimate, buyer-protected marketplace before purchasing.
- Resale prices can run significantly above face value, especially for marquee sessions.
- Check seat location, venue, and session date carefully, since many sports run multiple sessions across different venues on the same day.
Asian Games 2026 Ticket Availability by Sport (Sample)
Ticket availability for Asian Games 2026 may vary by sport, venue and session. Below is a sample overview of ticket availability across different sporting events.
| Sport | Session Window | Approx. Tickets Listed (Resale) |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | Sep 10 – 26 | 244+ |
| Football | Sep 14 – Oct 3 | 628+ |
| Volleyball | Sep 16 – Oct 3 | 384+ |
| Modern Pentathlon | Sep 16 – 18 | 64+ |
| Cricket (T20) | Sep 17 – Oct 3 | 176+ |
| Soft Tennis | Sep 18 – 23 | 80+ |
| Hockey | Sep 18 – Oct 3 | 110+ |
| Ceremonies | Sep 19 & Oct 4 | 64+ |
| Wushu | Sep 20 – 24 | 72+ |
| Beach Volleyball | Sep 20 – Oct 3 | 136+ |
Figures reflect listed availability on secondary marketplaces as of mid-2026 and will fluctuate as the Games approach.
Key Venues to Know Before Booking Tickets
Your venue choice affects both ticket pricing and travel planning. A few major venues to keep in mind:
- Paloma Mizuho Stadium (Nagoya) — Athletics, Opening & Closing Ceremonies; the biggest-capacity venue and priciest ceremony tickets.
- Tokyo Aquatics Centre — Swimming and diving, reusing the 2020 Olympic venue; expect high demand.
- Aichi International Arena — Basketball and judo.
- Izu Velodrome (Shizuoka) — Track cycling, another repurposed Tokyo 2020 venue.
- Toyota Stadium — Football finals; easily reached via Meitetsu Toyota Line from Chiryu.
- Nagoya City General Gymnasium (Rainbow Hall) — Artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline gymnastics.
Final Word
Securing Asian Games 2026 tickets comes down to timing and planning: register your Supporter ID early, watch for sales windows, and move fast on high-demand sports like swimming, gymnastics, and the ceremonies.
With prices starting as low as ¥1,500 and running through premium hospitality packages, there’s an entry point for every kind of fan heading to Aichi-Nagoya this September.
FAQs
General sales opened on June 30, 2026, at 17:00 JST, following two earlier priority sale phases restricted first to host-region residents, then opened to all buyers without regional limits.
Yes — a free Supporter ID is required to purchase through the official ticketing site.
Yes. The general sale phase has no residency restriction, and the official ticketing site supports English-language purchases for international buyers.
Entry-level Zone C tickets start around ¥1,500 (~$10 USD) for many sports, with some events like the marathon and race walk offering free roadside viewing.
Yes — up to 12 tickets per account generally, with a stricter cap of 6 tickets for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
Authorized agencies (Ticket Pia, TBS Tickets, CBC Ticket Center) and verified resale marketplaces like Ticombo offer additional options, though resale prices are usually higher than face value.
No — unlike some major events that use a ballot system, Asian Games 2026 tickets are sold strictly first-come, first-served.