1958 Asian Games
Appearance
Host city | Tokyo | ||
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Country | Japan | ||
Motto | Ever Onward | ||
Nations participating | 20 | ||
Athletes participating | 1,820 | ||
Events | 112 in 13 sports | ||
Opening ceremony | May 24 | ||
Closing ceremony | June 1 | ||
Officially opened by | Hirohito Emperor of Japan | ||
Torch lighter | Mikio Oda | ||
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The 1958 Asian Games, officially known as the III Asian Games, was a sports event in Tokyo, Japan. It occurred from May 24 to June 1, 1958. There were 112 events from 13 sports and disciplines.