Japan Takes 12 Medals on Asian Games Day 3
Japan collected another 12 medals on Day 3 of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on September 21, with 17-year-old swimmer Shin Ohashi and karateka Kakeru Nishiyama winning gold, while the host nation also advanced strongly in women's volleyball, baseball, soccer, handball and hockey. (News On Japan)
NAGOYA - Japan earned another 12 medals on the third day of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, held on September 21, with standout performances by 17-year-old swimmer Shin Ohashi and karateka Kakeru Nishiyama. Ohashi claimed gold in the men's 100-meter breaststroke, sharing the victory with China's Dong Zhihao after tying the clock at 58.64 seconds.
Nishiyama secured Japan's second gold of the Games, winning the men's individual kata event. The host nation showcased strong performances in various sports, including women's volleyball, baseball, soccer, handball, and hockey. As a result, Japan's overall medal tally rose to eight gold, 12 silver, and 12 bronze, placing them second in the medal standings behind China.
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