Japan will face Brazil in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on June 30 at 2:00 AM JST. The last meeting ended with Brazil winning 2-1 (2026-06-29), but this time Keisuke Honda will be on the mic for the Japan vs Brazil clash on NHK BS.
Honda’s commentary exclusive to NHK BS - here’s how to watch
Former Japan midfielder Keisuke Honda will commentate on Japan vs Brazil exclusively on NHK BS. Coverage starts at 1:10 AM JST on June 30, with kickoff at 2:00 AM. While Fuji TV will air the game on terrestrial TV, Honda will only appear on NHK BS.
To watch NHK BS you need either a BS antenna, fiber-optic TV, or cable TV. If your building has a shared antenna, that works too. No antenna? Fiber or cable plans come with monthly fees, installation costs, and possibly extra equipment. To receive NHK BS you must have a satellite contract; you can switch from a terrestrial-only plan if needed.
Fuji TV vs NHK BS vs DAZN - where to watch
Japan vs Brazil will air live on Fuji TV, NHK BS, and DAZN. Fuji TV starts at 12:50 AM JST on June 30, with John Cabral hosting, Shinji Ono commentating, and Mitsuhiro Nakamura on commentary.
NHK BS begins at 1:10 AM, featuring Honda and Ryohei Hayashi in the booth, with Akiyoshi Komiyama calling the action. DAZN offers free live streaming with Atsuto Uchida, Rito Yasuda, and Yuya Kubo commentating, and Manabu Kuwabara on play-by-play. No membership is required, and full-match replays are available after the final whistle.
Houston showdown: Japan’s path to Round of 16
Japan vs Brazil takes place at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, a 72,000-capacity venue. Japan advanced as Group F runners-up and now face Group C winners Brazil in a knockout clash.
Fresh off a three-day break since beating Sweden, Japan faces the tournament favorites. Over the last five games Japan has gone 2W-2D-1L (LDWDW), needing one more result to reach the Round of 16.
Japan’s last result was a 2-1 loss to Brazil (2026-06-29). This time, Honda’s voice will guide viewers as the Samurai Blue chase history on NHK BS.
