Gunma Prefecture Selected as Host for the 83rd National Sports Festival
On July 15, 2026, the Japan Sport Association announced the host locations for future National Sports Festivals. With this announcement, Gunma Prefecture has been officially selected as the host for the 83rd edition of the games.
The National Sports Festival is a large-scale sports celebration held annually in Japan. Prefectures take turns hosting the event, which plays a vital role in promoting regional sports and serving as a venue for interaction among athletes.
Additionally, the announcement included the provisional selection of the host for the 85th National Sports Festival. The 85th games are scheduled to be held in Nara Prefecture. With these decisions, preparations for the upcoming tournaments will now begin in earnest across these regions.
Gunma and Nara prefectures will each proceed with preparations to ensure the success of their respective games. As major sporting events that attract many athletes and spectators, high expectations are placed on their ability to contribute to regional revitalization.