JP
PARTIAL FREE
Japan
PARTIAL FREE CONFIRMED

Watch 2026 World Cup
in Japan

DAZN all 104 paid; NHK 33 terrestrial incl all Japan games free

Where to watch in Japan

UPDATED 2026-05-05
DAZN
App: NHK Plus
NHK
Nippon TV
Fuji TV
Free matches
Some
Free streaming
NHK Plus
Coverage
PARTIAL FREE
VPN NEEDED FOR TRAVELLING FANS

Away from Japan? Keep watching.

DAZN and NHK geo-block outside Japan. A VPN connects you to a Japan server — your home stream works as normal.

01
Pick a VPN
NordVPN is our top pick.
02
Connect to Japan
Choose a server from the app.
03
Sign in & stream
Opens your broadcaster as normal.
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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2026 World Cup free in Japan?
Partly. DAZN all 104 paid; NHK 33 terrestrial incl all Japan games free Check DAZN for free coverage.
How do I watch Japan's coverage from abroad?
Connect a VPN to a Japan server before opening your broadcaster's app or website. Your home stream will work exactly as it does at home — geo-blocks are bypassed, logins work normally. We recommend NordVPN (rated 4.8/5, from $3.39/mo).
What app can I use to stream the World Cup in Japan?
NHK Plus is the main free streaming option in Japan. Note: not all 104 matches may be available free.

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