JapanBroadcast and TV Schedules for Japan viewers
Watching the South Africa squad compete during the World Cup 2026 is simple for fans residing in Japan. The official rights holder, NHK, TV Asahi, Fuji TV, is offering complete TV broadcasts of all group stage and knockout matches.
In addition to linear TV channels, live streaming options are provided on the NHK Plus, TVer, ABEMA app, allowing users to watch matches on smart TVs, mobile phones, or desktop browsers. Check with the service provider to verify if a subscription or account registration is required before the matchday starts.
South Africa Kick-off Times in Japan
South Africa's next fixture against Mexico kicks off at 04:00 GMT+9 on Fri, Jun 12 in Japan (Next Day (+1) relative to the stadium's local date). Every South Africa match below is converted to Japan local time on NHK, TV Asahi, Fuji TV, so fans in Japan know exactly when to tune in.
| Fixture | Kick-off (Japan) | Local Date | Stadium Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa vs Mexico | 04:00 GMT+9 | 2026-06-12(Next Day (+1)) | Estadio Azteca |
| South Africa vs Czechia | 01:00 GMT+9 | 2026-06-19(Next Day (+1)) | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| South Africa vs South Korea | 10:00 GMT+9 | 2026-06-25(Next Day (+1)) | Estadio BBVA |