The Japan Esports Union (JESU) has announced the competition schedule for all esports events for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, which begins on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
All eyes are on the drama that will unfold during the 10 days of fierce competition.
20th Asian Games Full Esports Schedule Locked In! Will Team Japan Take Home Medals at Asia's Largest Sports Event?
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第20回アジア競技大会(2026/愛知・名古屋)
eスポーツ競技スケジュール決定のお知らせhttps://t.co/eEMmNHvttR#アジア競技大会 #愛知名古屋2026— 日本eスポーツ協会(JESU) (@JeSUofficial) June 16, 2026
The competition schedule for all esports events has been announced for the 20th Asian Games, one of the largest sports events in Asia!
In this tournament, featuring 45 countries and regions from across the Asian region, esports will be featured as an official medal event.
Full Esports Schedule Announced! 10 Days of Intense Battles
The schedule for each event taking place at the main esports venue, Aichi Sky Expo, is as follows:
| Competition Schedule | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Time | Event | Session |
| Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM | Gran Turismo 7 | Group Stage to Finals |
| Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM–9:00 PM | eFootball | Semifinals to Finals |
| Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM–8:00 PM | Naraka: Bladepoint | Semifinals to Finals |
| Friday, September 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM–9:00 PM | Fighting Game Team Tournament | Championship Bracket to Semifinals |
| Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM | Puyo Puyo Champions | Championship Bracket to Finals |
| Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM–8:00 PM | Fighting Game Team Tournament | Finals |
| Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM | Pokémon UNITE | Championship Bracket to Finals |
| Monday, September 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM | Honor of Kings | Championship Bracket to Finals |
| Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM | PUBG Mobile | Finals |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM | Identity V | Championship Bracket to Finals |
| Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 2:00 PM–7:00 PM | Mobile Legends: Bang Bang | Finals |
| Friday, October 2, 2026 | 12:00 PM–8:00 PM | League of Legends | Finals |
For more details on the Japan national team candidates scheduled to compete in this event, please check the JESU Special Page.
Spectator Ticket Sales Start June 30, 2026! Cheer on the Medal Matches Live at the Venue
Information regarding spectator tickets has been published on the Official Ticket Information site!
- Ticket Sales Period: From 5:00 PM on Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Head to the venue to witness the intense battles for the medals firsthand!
For further updates on the 20th Asian Games esports events, check out the official JESU X account (@JeSUofficial)!
| Event Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 |
| Number of Esports Events | 11 disciplines, 13 titles |
| Event Period | Wednesday, September 23 – Friday, October 2, 2026 |
| Main Esports Venue | Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Exhibition Hall D |