Country guide
Football in Japan
Where to watch football in Japan: a complete guide to the TV channels and streaming services carrying live football.
Our catalogue currently lists 3 free-to-air channels (Fuji TV, NHK, Nippon TV) and 1 subscription service (DAZN) for Japan.
There are 24 upcoming fixtures in the schedule below.
Coverage varies by competition — a match may be on free-to-air television for some fixtures while others require a subscription.
Select a match below to see which channels carry it in Japan specifically, broken down by free-to-air and subscription tiers.
Kick-off times are shown in your local timezone.
Free-to-air channels in Japan
3 channels broadcast football free-to-air in Japan. No subscription is required for these channels.
Subscription channels in Japan
DAZN broadcasts football in Japan behind a paid subscription.
Upcoming matches available in Japan
The 20 fixtures below have confirmed broadcast data for Japan. Open a match to see which channel carries it in your country.
Frequently asked questions
Which channels show football in Japan?
In Japan, football is broadcast on Fuji TV, NHK, Nippon TV, DAZN. Fuji TV, NHK, Nippon TV are free-to-air. DAZN requires a paid subscription.
Which football channels in Japan are free-to-air?
Fuji TV, NHK, Nippon TV are available free-to-air in Japan. No subscription is required to watch football on these channels.
How many upcoming football matches can I watch in Japan?
There are currently 24 upcoming football matchs available to watch in Japan in our catalogue. Use the schedule below to find your fixture and check which channel carries it.