The installation of container-type accommodation facilities for athletes at the Asian Games, to be held in Nagoya in September, is causing a stir on Chinese social media.

Chinese media outlet Jimu News reported on the 25th that "as the Asian Games budget significantly exceeds expectations, Japan will accommodate many athletes in container houses, leading to complaints from athletes." It also pointed out that "with less than a month until the Asian Games open on September 19, the initial budget of 85 billion yen has ballooned to approximately 240 billion yen (some also say it's in the high 300 billion yen range including the Para Games)."

Furthermore, it was reported that "under financial pressure, the initial plan to build an athletes' village fell through, and the organizers changed their policy to accommodate athletes in a decentralized manner, combining cruise ships, container houses, and general hotels in multiple areas. The container houses to be installed at Nagoya Port are planned to accommodate approximately 2,000 people."

It also described that "the container-type temporary housing is cramped; a single bed is 195 cm long and 90 cm wide. Although longer mattresses are prepared for tall athletes, in a twin room, there is only enough space between the two beds for one person to stand." It was also reported that complaints such as "the travel time to the competition venue exceeds one hour. It would be better to pitch a tent near the venue and stay there" have emerged from one athlete.

In response to this report, Chinese netizens raised comments such as: 'Is this supposed to be a joke?', 'This is a bit too terrible.', 'Why is it narrower than my child's toy house?', 'If they don't have money, they shouldn't host it.', 'Isn't there a precedent with the Tokyo Olympics?', and 'This is typical Japanese, isn't it? Are they deliberately doing this to lower the athletes' performance?'

Additionally, comments such as: 'It's unbelievable that top athletes are made to stay in such places,' 'For athletes, a stable and comfortable place to stay is important,' 'Athletes must secretly wish to stay in slightly more comfortable rooms,' and 'Professional athletes are by nature in a special profession, and the wear and tear from daily exercise and training are very significant. Therefore, special consideration for meals and accommodation is necessary. If they can't even guarantee the basic living conditions for athletes, then why are they hosting the games in the first place?' were also seen.

On the other hand, comments such as: 'It looks very interesting. I'd like to try staying there too,' 'If there are sufficient facilities, it should be fine. It's okay as long as it doesn't affect their performance in the games,' 'I think it's economical,' and 'It's fine, isn't it? At least they won't suffer by worrying about appearances (and preparing luxurious accommodations that far exceed the budget)' were also seen.