DAZN Japan Review: Price, J.League, NPB Baseball & Plans
Compare DAZN Japan monthly plans, live sports channels, regional blackout rules, and supported devices.
DAZN Japan Review: Verdict, Cost & Sports Coverage
WhereSports Editorial Desk • Audited October 2026
The Verdict
Our Verdict: DAZN Japan is the undisputed home of Japanese domestic soccer and baseball, holding exclusive rights to every Meiji Yasuda J1, J2, and J3 League match through 2033 alongside home games for 11 of the 12 Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) clubs, LaLiga, Serie A, and Ligue 1. However, two major 2026 realities matter before you subscribe. First, DAZN Japan no longer broadcasts Formula 1 (which moved exclusively to Fuji TV NEXT and FOD starting in the 2026 season). Second, never pay the full ¥4,200/month rolling rate directly on DAZN's website: signing up through the official DMM x DAZN Hodai bundle drops your monthly cost to ¥3,480/month with no annual contract and no 30-day cancellation notice trap.
Best For
- Fans following live games across AFC Asian Cup, AFC Champions League Elite, Brazilian Serie A, EFL Cup.
- Viewers watching live coverage in our Soccer, Baseball, MMA TV schedule hubs.
- Japanese football fans who want every live Meiji Yasuda J1, J2, and J3 League match plus AFC Champions League Elite and Samurai Blue qualifiers
- NPB baseball supporters choosing the dedicated DAZN Baseball plan (¥2,300/mo annual) to watch 11 Pacific and Central League clubs
- European soccer followers streaming LaLiga, Serie A, Ligue 1, and Japanese stars playing in Europe
- Month-to-month cord-cutters who use the DMM x DAZN Hodai bundle (¥3,480/mo) to save ¥720 every month over DAZN's direct monthly price
Pricing Reality
Direct DAZN Japan subscriptions span DAZN Freemium (Free), DAZN Global (¥980/mo), DAZN Baseball (¥2,300/mo billed as a 12-month contract totaling ¥27,600/yr), and DAZN Standard (¥4,200/mo flexible, ¥3,200/mo on 12 monthly installments, or ¥32,000/yr paid upfront).
- Best monthly money-saving shortcut: instead of paying ¥4,200/month directly to DAZN (which also locks you into a 30-day cancellation notice), subscribe via the official DMM x DAZN Hodai bundle for ¥3,480/month. You get the exact same DAZN Standard sports catalog plus DMM TV, save ¥720/month, and can cancel immediately at the end of any billing month.
- If you only watch Nippon Professional Baseball, pick the standalone DAZN Baseball plan (¥2,300/mo on an annual commitment) instead of DAZN Standard, but note that Hiroshima Toyo Carp home games at Mazda Stadium are excluded due to local broadcast blackouts.
- Formula 1 alert: F1 left DAZN Japan after the 2025 season and is now exclusive to Fuji TV NEXT and FOD in 2026.
- Standard accounts allow 2 simultaneous streams ONLY on the same home IP network; streaming from 2 different locations requires a separate ¥980/month extra-location add-on.
Devices & Account Features
- Supported Devices: Available on Apple TV, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TV.
- Simultaneous Streams: Up to 2 concurrent streams per account (depending on tier).
- Cloud DVR & Replays: VOD Replays.
- Subscription Model: Direct digital sign-up with online account cancellation.
In-Depth Platform Analysis & Coverage
DAZN Japan is Japan's largest standalone sports streaming service, anchored by exclusive domestic rights to the entire J.League pyramid (J1, J2, and J3) through 2033, AFC Champions League Elite, and Japanese National Team (Samurai Blue) World Cup qualifiers. For baseball fans, DAZN carries regular-season, Farm League, and Climax Series home games for 11 of the 12 NPB clubs (missing only Hiroshima Toyo Carp home games). European soccer coverage includes Spain's LaLiga, Italy's Serie A, France's Ligue 1, and Belgium's Jupiler Pro League, while standalone passes inside the app cover NFL Game Pass International and FIBA Courtside 1891.
What We Like (Pros)
- Unbeatable coverage of Japanese J1, J2, and J3 League soccer plus 11 NPB baseball teams
- Upfront Annual Pass (¥32,000/yr) and J.League Club Annual Passes cut the price to ~¥2,667/month
- DMM x DAZN Hodai partner bundle (¥3,480/mo) saves ¥720/mo with no annual contract
- Dedicated DAZN Baseball tier (¥2,300/mo) saves NPB-only fans ¥10,800 per year over Standard installments
What to Consider (Cons)
- Lost Formula 1 broadcast rights in Japan starting in 2026 (F1 moved exclusively to Fuji TV / FOD)
- Missing all Hiroshima Toyo Carp home NPB games (and select Chunichi Dragons vs Yomiuri Giants games)
- Direct ¥4,200/mo monthly plan is expensive and enforces a 30-day advance cancellation notice
- Restricts your 2 simultaneous streams to a single home IP address unless you pay ¥980/mo extra
Subscription Packages & Pricing
Free registered account unlocking select weekly J.League matches, condensed match highlights, press conferences, and original documentaries.
- Select live J.League and international women's soccer matches
- Full access to J.League, NPB, and European soccer highlight shows
- 1080p HD playback on mobile, web, and Smart TVs
- 1 active stream per registered account
Budget international combat and action sports tier covering Matchroom Boxing, PFL MMA, and Red Bull TV (excludes J.League, European soccer, and NPB).
- Live Matchroom and Golden Boy boxing cards, PFL MMA, and BKFC
- Red Bull TV extreme sports and original sports documentaries
- Does NOT include J.League, NPB baseball, Serie A, or LaLiga
- 2 simultaneous streams on the same household IP network
Baseball-only annual package covering live regular-season, Farm League, and Climax Series home games for 11 of the 12 NPB clubs (excludes Hiroshima Carp home games).
- Live home games for 11 Pacific and Central League NPB clubs
- NPB Farm League games, Spring Training camps, and Climax Series
- Condensed 'Buzz Replay' baseball highlights and original NPB shows
- 2 simultaneous streams on the same household IP network
Official partner bundle combining full DAZN Standard access with DMM Premium for ¥720/month less than DAZN's direct monthly price.
- Full DAZN Standard sports catalog (all J1/J2/J3, NPB, LaLiga, Serie A, Ligue 1)
- Saves ¥720 every month compared to the ¥4,200/mo direct DAZN monthly plan
- Includes DMM TV Premium (anime, movies, and entertainment) at no extra cost
- 2 simultaneous streams on the same household IP network
All-inclusive annual commitment covering every J1, J2, and J3 match, 11 NPB teams, Serie A, LaLiga, Ligue 1, and AFC Champions League Elite.
- Every Meiji Yasuda J1, J2, and J3 League match live and on replay
- Full NPB baseball (11 teams), LaLiga, Serie A, Ligue 1, and AFC Champions League
- Upfront annual payment saves ¥18,400/year compared to ¥4,200/mo monthly billing
- 2 simultaneous streams on the same household IP network
Direct month-to-month subscription to the entire DAZN Standard sports catalog without a 12-month contract.
- Unrestricted access to all J.League, NPB, and European soccer broadcasts
- No 12-month commitment when subscribing directly on dazn.com
- 1080p 60fps HD streaming across Smart TVs, Fire TV, Apple TV, consoles, and mobile
- 2 simultaneous streams on the same household IP network
What Leagues & Sports Can You Watch on DAZN Japan?
Official broadcasting rights and live competition schedules carried by DAZN Japan.
Live & Upcoming Matches on DAZN Japan
Live sporting fixtures scheduled on DAZN Japan carried channels and tournaments.
Recently Aired Matches on DAZN Japan
Recent sports matches and tournament games previously broadcasted across DAZN Japan channels.
Live TV Channels & Station Lineup
Official television networks and sports broadcast feeds carried by DAZN Japan.
Where DAZN Japan is Available
Select your regional sports TV hub to browse local channels and schedules.
Supported Devices & Streaming Apps
Native applications and verified hardware compatibility for DAZN Japan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DAZN Japan still broadcast Formula 1 in 2026?
No. DAZN Japan's Formula 1 broadcast rights expired at the end of the 2025 season. Starting in 2026, Fuji TV (via Fuji TV NEXT and the FOD streaming service) holds exclusive Japanese broadcast and streaming rights to all Formula 1 race weekends.
What is the cheapest way to subscribe to DAZN Japan in 2026?
If you want a flexible month-to-month plan, the official DMM x DAZN Hodai bundle (¥3,480/month) is ¥720/month cheaper than subscribing directly on DAZN's website (¥4,200/month) and does not require a 30-day cancellation notice. If you watch year-round, paying ¥32,000 upfront for the DAZN Standard Annual Pass (or buying an official J.League Club Annual Viewing Pass) lowers your effective cost to ¥2,667/month.
Why are Hiroshima Toyo Carp home games missing on DAZN Japan?
In Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), each club sells its own home broadcast rights individually. While 11 of the 12 NPB clubs license their home games to DAZN, the Hiroshima Toyo Carp withhold their Mazda Stadium home games for local broadcasters and the J SPORTS / SkaPer! platforms (though Carp away games against the other 11 teams still air live on DAZN).
Can I stream DAZN Japan in two different locations at the same time?
By default, DAZN Japan allows 2 simultaneous streams only when both devices are connected to the exact same residential IP address. If you want to stream from two separate locations at the same time (such as at home and on a smartphone commuter train), you must add the Simultaneous Viewing Option for an extra ¥980/month.
What is the difference between DAZN Standard and DAZN Baseball?
DAZN Baseball (¥2,300/month on a 12-month contract) only includes NPB baseball games and shows. It does not include J.League soccer, European soccer (LaLiga, Serie A, Ligue 1), or other sports, and it cannot be cancelled mid-season.