Nagoya has witnessed three days of speed, power, drama and unforgettable Rugby Sevens action. And now, two champions stand tall.
Hong Kong have once again conquered the men’s competition, while Japan celebrated a golden triumph on home soil in the women’s event at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.
In the men’s final, Hong Kong produced a ruthless performance, crushing China 26–0 to capture their third consecutive Asian Games gold medal.
Three editions. Three gold medals.
Hong Kong once again proved why they remain one of Asia’s most powerful Rugby Sevens forces.
But China also created history.
Their silver medal was their first-ever Asian Games silver in men’s Rugby Sevens, marking a major milestone for Chinese rugby. Korea finished fourth, while Malaysia impressed with a fifth-place finish among 12 of Asia’s top rugby nations.
Then came the women’s showdown.
Japan delivered when it mattered most, defeating China 10–5 in a tense final to claim the Asian Games crown in front of their home supporters.
For Japan, the victory was the perfect celebration on home soil.
For China, the silver added another chapter to their remarkable Asian Games record. Across five editions, they now have two gold medals and three silver medals in women’s Rugby Sevens.
Hong Kong completed the women’s podium with bronze, while Thailand and Kazakhstan finished fourth and fifth respectively in a fiercely contested eight-team competition.
But there is no time to rest.
The Asian Games medals have been decided, the celebrations have begun, but the Asian Sevens battle continues.
The spotlight now moves to Colombo, Sri Lanka, where the final round of the Asia Rugby Sevens Series explodes into action on 17–18 October.
Hong Kong currently hold the advantage in the men’s standings, while Japan lead the women’s race.
And with the championship still on the line, Colombo promises another major battle.
Nagoya crowned the champions. Colombo will decide who rules Asia.
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