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— TICAD GAMES — THE OFFICIAL P2P EDITION

The official People-to-People event of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development.

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Sport · Innovation · Culture · Budō

2022 — 2024

Tunis

3 editions · POC

★ FIRST OFFICIAL

Yokohama

20 — 24 AUG 2025

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P2P

People to People

— FOUR PILLARS

A movement built on four foundations.

01 / INNOVATION

AFJASST des Eaux

Cutting-edge advancements at the intersection of sustainability and technology.

The Innovation dimension brings the spotlight on cutting-edge advancements with a focus on AFJASST des Eaux. This initiative represents Japan's commitment to environmental sustainability and technological innovation. Through AFJASST, advanced water management solutions are being developed to address global challenges such as water scarcity and pollution. This dimension highlights Japan's ability to blend tradition with innovation, using its expertise to contribute positively to global issues while respecting and preserving natural resources.

  • AFJASST des Eaux
  • Innovation Symposium
  • G-STREAMS
  • G-PISTE
02 / CULTURE

Ikebana · Origami

The delicate and refined arts of harmony, balance, and precision.

The Culture dimension of TICAD Games showcases the delicate and refined arts of Ikebana and Origami. Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement, is more than just decoration—it is a meditative practice that emphasizes harmony, balance, and simplicity. Each arrangement reflects the beauty of nature and the changing seasons, capturing a moment in time through the careful placement of flowers. Origami, the art of paper folding, transforms a simple sheet of paper into intricate shapes and forms, representing the Japanese values of precision, creativity, and patience.

  • Ikebana
  • Origami
  • Cultural performances
03 / BUDŌ

Kendō · Judō

The way of the sword. The gentle way.

In the Budō dimension, participants and spectators alike will immerse themselves in the world of Japanese martial arts, with a focus on Kendō and Judō. These disciplines are not just physical activities but also philosophical practices that emphasize the development of character, respect, and perseverance. Kendō, the way of the sword, embodies the principles of honor and self-discipline, while Judō, the gentle way, teaches the power of adaptability and respect for one's opponent. Together, they offer a deep dive into the martial traditions that have shaped Japan's cultural identity for centuries.

  • Kendō
  • Judō
04 / SPORT

Competition & Delegations

Athletes and youth from Africa, Japan, and TICAD Partner countries meet on common ground.

Sport is the heartbeat of TICAD Games. Delegations from across the African continent, Japan, and TICAD Partner countries converge for an exciting mix of competitions that celebrate athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and people-to-people exchange. The competition dimension serves as a tangible expression of TICAD's mission — fostering partnerships, mainstreaming youth, and building community across nations through shared effort and chivalrous conduct.

  • Athletics
  • Delegations
  • People-to-People exchange

— LINEAGE

From Tunis to Yokohama.

  1. 2022

    Tunis

    First Edition

    The first edition of TICAD Games, organized in Tunisia alongside TICAD 8 — establishing the People-to-People format that would define the movement.

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  2. 2023

    Tunis

    TICAD 30th Anniversary

    Interim games celebrating the 30th anniversary of TICAD, organized in Tunisia and Libya — a milestone moment of continuity and growth.

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  3. 2024

    Tunis

    Tunisia 2024

    The third Tunisian edition consolidated the format and deepened the educational track, complementing TICAD initiatives such as ABE and GHRD.

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  4. 2025 ★ FIRST OFFICIAL

    Yokohama

    First Official Edition

    In August 2025, Yokohama hosts the first official edition of TICAD Games — sport, innovation, culture, and Budō converging alongside TICAD 9.

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— PARTNERS

Partners

MINISTRIES & EMBASSIES

  • Tunisian Ministry of Youth and Sports
  • Japanese Embassy in Tunisia

FEDERATIONS

  • Tunisian Judo Federation
  • Nippon Budo

ACADEMIC & RESEARCH

  • Carthage University
  • United Nations University
  • Borj Cedria Technopark
  • ANPR

CITIES

  • City of Tunis
  • City of Ariana

INSTITUTIONAL

  • TAKOLOR International
  • Mentors Institute
  • Atlantis Voyages
  • Espace Zmorda
  • ATLAS
  • Fondation Abdelwaheb Ben Ayed