Japan's group schedule is below, with the opponent order, local kickoff windows, venues, and preview links in one place.

Japan start against Netherlands on June 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium (Dallas). The group closes with Japan vs Sweden on June 25, 2026.

Use the fixture list for matchday planning, then open a preview card when you want the deeper read on one game.

Japan fixture list

3 matches

Group F - Match 36

Tunisia vs Japan

June 20, 202610:00 PM local / 04:00 UTCMonterrey Stadium (Monterrey)
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Group F - Match 57

Japan vs Sweden

June 25, 20266:00 PM local / 23:00 UTCDallas Stadium (Dallas)
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What to watch

Matchday guide

Opening test

Netherlands vs Japan sets the first table marker for Japan in Group F.

Second match

Tunisia vs Japan is the quick adjustment point before the group closes.

Group closer

Japan vs Sweden arrives on June 25, 2026, when simultaneous-group pressure can change the route.

FAQ

When is Japan's first World Cup 2026 match?

Japan's first World Cup 2026 match is Netherlands vs Japan on June 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM local.

Who does Japan play in the group stage?

Japan play Netherlands, Tunisia, Sweden in Group F.

Where can I see Japan match previews?

Open the fixture cards on this page when a match preview is available, or use the full matches page for the complete 104-match schedule.