TOKYO -- Japan is aiming for a joint bid with other Asian countries to host the World Cup in 2042 or 2046, it was learned Friday, seeking to bring back the men's soccer tournament for the first time since 2002.
Country seeks possible Southeast Asian partners as multination hosting becomes norm

Qatar hosted the World Cup in 2022, but multination bids have become more common. © Kyodo
TOKYO -- Japan is aiming for a joint bid with other Asian countries to host the World Cup in 2042 or 2046, it was learned Friday, seeking to bring back the men's soccer tournament for the first time since 2002.