Softball at Asian Games 2026: Schedule, Teams & Venue
When is Softball at the Asian Games 2026? The Softball Asian Games 2026 competition will be held from 26 September to 3 October 2026 at the Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground in Anjō, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The tournament features eight teams: China, Singapore, Hong Kong, Chinese Taipei, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, and the Philippines.
This guide covers the full Softball Asian Games 2026 schedule, the eight teams, the venue, the competition format and results. For the wider Games, see all Asian Games 2026 participating countries.
Softball Asian Games 2026
The Softball Asian Games 2026 will run from 26th September to 3rd October. The initial competition starts on 26th September and will have four games per day until 2nd October.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Sport | Softball |
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 |
| Host | Aichi-Nagoya, Japan |
| Softball Dates | 26 September – 3 October 2026 |
| Venue | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| Location | Anjō, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
Where Is Softball Being Played at the Asian Games 2026?
The Softball Asian Games 2026 venue is Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground in Anjō, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
The official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 website lists Anjo Softball Ground as the competition venue. It is a softball-specific stadium established in 2001 and renovated before reopening in 2026.
Softball Game Schedule 2026
Softball Asian Games 2026 Match Finder
Select a date and match type to find Softball Asian Games 2026 matches, including match times, teams and venue details.
26 September – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | China vs Singapore | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | Hong Kong vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | South Korea vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs Philippines | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
The first day has four matches, giving fans an early look at every team. Hosts Japan start their campaign against the Philippines, China face Singapore, and South Korea meet Thailand.
27 September – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | China vs South Korea | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | Philippines vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | Hong Kong vs Singapore | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
Japan plays a preliminary round on day two against Thailand, whilst the second day has an important meeting between China and South Korea.
28 September – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Singapore vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | South Korea vs Philippines | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | China vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs Hong Kong | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
29 September – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Philippines vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | China vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | Hong Kong vs South Korea | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs Singapore | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
The matches that take place on the 29th September could be important in determining the standings, with China fielding Chinese Taipei and Japan facing Singapore.
30 September – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Thailand vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | China vs Hong Kong | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | Philippines vs Singapore | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs South Korea | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
Japan against South Korea will be a one that is looked forward to on 30 September at 15:15.
1 October – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Hong Kong vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | China vs Philippines | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | South Korea vs Singapore | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
China face the Philippines in the morning session, while hosts Japan take on Chinese Taipei in the day’s final game.
2 October – Softball Schedule
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Hong Kong vs Philippines | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 11:00 | South Korea vs Chinese Taipei | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 13:15 | Singapore vs Thailand | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
| 15:15 | Japan vs China | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
The preliminary round closes on 2 October with its biggest fixture: Japan vs China at 15:15.
Softball Medal Matches – 3 October
Medal matches take place on the last day of the competition.
Bronze Medal Match
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 4th place vs 3rd place | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
Gold Medal Match
| Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | 2nd place vs 1st place | Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground |
Which Teams Are Playing Softball at the Asian Games 2026?
Eight teams are listed in the schedule for the softball competition:
- China
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Chinese Taipei
- South Korea
- Thailand
- Japan
- Philippines
The field balances established softball powers such as Japan, China and Chinese Taipei with nations looking to make their mark on the continental stage.
Softball Asian Games 2026 Competition Format
The initial phase lasts for a week (26 September to 2 October).
On 3 October, the programme continues with the medal selection round:
- Bronze medal: 4th place vs 3rd place
- Gold medal: 2nd place vs 1st place
The key dates are:
26 September: Preliminary competition begins
26 September – 2 October: Preliminary-round games
2 October: Preliminary competition concludes
3 October: Bronze and gold medal matches
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the softball bronze-medal match?
The bronze-medal match will take place on 3 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is softball being held at the Asian Games 2026?
At Anjō Sports Park Softball Ground, Anjō, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
How many innings are played in Asian Games softball?
Each softball game lasts seven innings. If the score is level, extra innings are played under the international tie-breaker rule, which starts each extra inning with a runner on second base.
Final Thoughts
The Asian Games 2026 softball event runs from late September into early October, with eight teams playing a full round-robin before the medal games on 3 October in Anjō.
The action commences on 26 Sept with China playing against Singapore, Hong Kong against Chinese Taipei, Thailand against South Korea, and host Japan against the Philippines. Preliminary matches run for seven days, after which the top four sides contest the bronze and gold medal games. Also see our baseball and cricket guides.
