Japan achieves multiple medals at Asian Para Games

Japanese athletes secured significant victories during the Asian Para Games held from October 18 to 26, 2026. In para-cycling, Shota Kawamoto achieved a triple crown, winning gold in the C1-2 individual pursuit, the C1-3 road race, and the C1-5 time trial.

Other notable cycling performances included Kazunari Kimura and Sei Seiji Miura winning gold in the B 1km track event, setting a tournament record. Additionally, Riyo Ogama set a new Japanese record in the C4-5 individual pursuit. The Japanese cycling delegation earned a total of 14 medals across various disciplines.

In wheelchair basketball, the Japanese men's team secured the gold medal after defeating Iran in the final. In wheelchair tennis, Momoko Otani reached the top eight in the women's singles and earned a silver medal in the women's doubles.