The Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games runs September 19 – October 4, 2026, in Japan — the first Asian Games hosted in Aichi Prefecture and the region’s largest multi-sport event of the year. With around 460 medal events on the program, it is also one of the biggest upcoming award-procurement opportunities for suppliers in Asia and beyond.
Event Snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dates | September 19 – October 4, 2026 |
| Host | Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan |
| Scale | Around 460 medal events across the program |
| Position | First Asian Games in Japan since 1994 |
Olympic Council of Asia: Aichi–Nagoya 2026
Why Award Suppliers Should Plan Now
Multi-sport Games generate far more than the podium trophies seen on TV. The full award program typically includes:
- Champion and podium trophies per sport
- Gold, silver and bronze medal sets with ribbons
- Participation medals and volunteer gifts
- Commemorative pins, badges and souvenirs for officials and delegations
- Corporate awards for sponsors and partners
Because the event is less than two months away at the time of writing, any remaining custom programs need a factory that can confirm capacity immediately. This is exactly the situation where mixed ordering helps: standard designs with event engraving can ship quickly, while fully custom molds are reserved for flagship awards.
See the full planning method: Sports Event Trophies & Medals Buying Guide
What a Factory-Direct Partner Changes
- Speed: design confirmation within 24 hours, samples in 5–7 days for standard customs.
- Control: in-house molds, die-casting, plating and engraving mean fewer handovers and fewer defects.
- Flexibility: combine trophies, medals, pins and souvenirs in one mixed container.
- Verification: pre-shipment photos and inspection reports before goods leave Yiwu.
Read more: Mixed Container Orders for Award Importers · OEM/ODM Custom Trophies: From Artwork to Delivery
Get a Quote Before the Deadline Crunch
Send us your award list — sports, quantities, formats and deadline. We will confirm what can be produced from existing molds, what needs new tooling, and how to split the shipment so the ceremony-critical items arrive first.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Games?
The Games run from September 19 to October 4, 2026, hosted across Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan.
How many medal events are at the 2026 Asian Games?
The program includes around 460 medal events, making it one of the largest multi-sport award programs of the year.
Can JinZun Trophy supply awards for regional or national delegations?
Yes. We manufacture trophies, medals, pins, badges and souvenirs for delegations, sponsors, corporate partners and event organizers under OEM/ODM terms.
Is it too late to order custom awards for an event in October 2026?
Standard custom designs with engraving are still feasible if confirmed immediately. Fully custom molds need 2–4 weeks of tooling plus production — contact us today for a feasibility check.
