Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Japan Mulls North Korea's 2026 Asian Games Entry
Japan is deciding if athletes from North Korea can participate in the Asian Games in 2026, which will be held in Nagoya, Japan.
North Korea wants to send about 150 athletes to compete in various sports.
Japan has not allowed North Korean citizens to enter the country since 2016, but it might make an exception for these games.
The Asian Games is a big sports event, and if allowed, North Korean athletes could travel to Japan to play.
Japan's government is reviewing this request.
Japan is considering North Korea's participation in the 2026 Asian Games.
North Korea expressed intention to participate in the games.
The games are scheduled for September 19 to October 4 next year in Nagoya.
Japan has banned North Korean citizens from entering the country since 2016.
North Korea has requested to send about 150 athletes.
- Who
- Japan and North Korea
- What
- Japan considering North Korean athletes' participation in the 2026 Asian Games
- When
- September 19 to October 4 next year
- Where
- Nagoya, Japan
- Why
- North Korea expressed its intention to participate.
- Event
- 2026 Asian Games
- Location
- Nagoya, Japan
- North Korea's Request
- Participation in 17 events
- North Korean Athletes
- May compete if allowed
- Japanese Ban
- North Korean citizens banned since 2016
