Tall athletes are struggling with accommodations at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, with reports that container beds are too short for those over two meters (6ft 7in) tall. Jung Jae-yong, vice-president of the Korea Basketball Association, described the housing as "the worst it has ever been," noting that athletes cannot stretch their legs on the beds, calling the situation "unreasonable." The Games, originally expected to host around 15,000 athletes and officials, have now exceeded that number, reaching over 17,000 participants. This unexpected increase has placed pressure on the organizers, who had planned for fewer attendees. The accommodations in question are wooden container huts, originally designed for temporary use and intended to be repurposed as disaster relief shelters. However, they have faced criticism for their poor condition. A South Korean basketball player shared a video online showing a leaking pipe and a soaked floor in his room, asking for help. Additionally, athletes were briefly evacuated from the containers last week due to heavy rainfall that caused flooding in Nagoya. Some competition venues also reported water leakage, adding to concerns about the overall quality of the accommodations. Organizers have acknowledged the complaints and said they are taking steps to improve the situation. Unlike the Olympic Games, which typically provide a dedicated athletes' village, the Asian Games have opted for temporary housing solutions. Around 2,000 athletes are staying in the container huts, while between 4,000 and 5,000 others are accommodated on an Italian cruise ship that arrived in Nagoya recently. The remaining participants are staying in hotels. Initially, organizers had budgeted for 15,000 people, but with the inclusion of new sports like teqball and padel, the number of attendees increased significantly. Despite the challenges, organizers and the Olympic Council of Asia have stated that all registered athletes and officials have been provided with suitable accommodations. They emphasized that preparations are progressing smoothly, and the Games are expected to be a major event. However, some officials and coaches from countries like the Philippines are still staying in separate hotels or using Airbnb. While athletic competitions have already begun, the official opening of the Asian Games is scheduled for Saturday, with events running until October 4.