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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
FIFA will announce final fixtures and host cities on December 5, 2025. Bookmark this page — it will automatically update the moment details are confirmed.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Match 2 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Match 3 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
A stunning upset that shocked the world
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | First World Cup appearance | first appearance |
| 2002 | Co-hosted the tournament with South Korea | notable performance |
| 2010 | Advanced to Round of 16 | notable performance |
| 2018 | Famous fair-play tiebreaker advancement | notable performance |
| 2022 | Beat Germany & Spain in group stage | notable performance |
Until match cities are announced, we're gathering resources and tips for Japan supporters traveling to North America for the World Cup.
Find authentic food and restaurants from home in U.S. host cities
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Once the group draw is announced on December 5, 2025, this section will show you exactly which citiesJapan will play in, along with stadium information and travel guides.
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