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  • Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed Belgium move
    Transfer

    Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed transfer

    Japan GK Oshima returns to Hiroshima after failed Belgium move. Fans express concern for his mental state and offer support.

    5 Aug 2026
  • Kashima's Early Kawabata Aims to Boost Japan Football
    National Team

    Japan Football to Boost Momentum

    Kashima's Early Kawabata Aims to Boost Japan Football

    4 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Tashima opposes FIFA's World Cup commercialization plan, warning of threats to the sport's integrity
    National Team

    Japan's Tashima criticizes FIFA's commercialization of World Cup operations

    Japan's Tashima opposes FIFA's World Cup commercialization plan, warning of threats to the sport's integrity.

    4 Aug 2026
  • Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu says he’s considering a European club role
    Opinion

    Moriyasu hints at overseas club challenge as Japan's World Cup hopes rise

    Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu says he’s considering a European club role. The Samurai Blue sit 2nd with 5 points, recent form LDW, and eye future leadership.

    4 Aug 2026
  • New coach Gouriki Toshiyuki takes charge of Japan national team, aiming for Asian Games victory with U-21 team
    National Team

    New Coach's Determination 'We'll Give It Our All'

    New coach Gouriki Toshiyuki takes charge of Japan national team, aiming for Asian Games victory with U-21 team.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Wood Soul takes on the world in the Morlök World Cup, with Shunpei Sano selected as a representative
    National Team

    From the Birthplace of Morlök, Japan's Wood Soul Takes on the World

    Japan's Wood Soul takes on the world in the Morlök World Cup, with Shunpei Sano selected as a representative. The Japanese team aims to achieve the highest rank of 2nd place in the 23-year history of the tournament.

    3 Aug 2026
  • The Japan Soccer Federation has decided to keep current coach Moriyasu Yoshihisa until the Asian Cup in January or...
    National Team

    Japan's New Soccer and Baseball National Team Coaches Announced

    The Japan Soccer Federation has decided to keep current coach Moriyasu Yoshihisa until the Asian Cup in January or February next year, while appointing Daikoku Takao as the new head coach. In baseball, Kiguchi Masahito was chosen as the new national team coach.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima FC has been selected for the U-21 Japan National Team and expressed his intention to support...
    National Team

    Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima马刺悠大 Selected for U-21 Japan National Team with Thoughts for His Home Prefecture, Kumamoto

    Yuya Shimamoto from Kashima FC has been selected for the U-21 Japan National Team and expressed his intention to support the victims of the Kumamoto earthquake in his home prefecture.

    3 Aug 2026
  • Japan's Hajime Moriyasu extends as manager for 7 months until Asian Cup
    Opinion

    Japan's Manager Extension: Why Hajime Moriyasu's Stay Risks Stagnation

    Japan's Hajime Moriyasu extends as manager for 7 months until Asian Cup. While generally acceptable, this decision reveals deeper issues in Asian football and Japan's struggles.

    2 Aug 2026
  • Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back
    Opinion

    Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back

    Japan's World Cup Review: The End of 5-Back

    1 Aug 2026
  • Japan's U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs Dortmund and Borussia MG as part of the 'Bundesliga Dream Japan' project...
    National Team

    Japan U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs ahead of 2026 World Cup

    Japan's U-15 team trains with Bundesliga clubs Dortmund and Borussia MG as part of the 'Bundesliga Dream Japan' project ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

    1 Aug 2026
  • Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers as U-23 Asian Cup
    National Team

    Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers in home tournament

    Japan U23 to host 2028 Olympic qualifiers as U-23 Asian Cup. Crucial for Japan's World Cup contenders, currently 2nd in standings.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan's goalkeeper Keisuke Osako joins Belgium's Sint-Truidense, aiming for a 2026 World Cup comeback
    Transfer

    Japan GK Osako signs with Belgium's Sint-Truidense, eyes 2026 World Cup comeback

    Japan's goalkeeper Keisuke Osako joins Belgium's Sint-Truidense, aiming for a 2026 World Cup comeback. Full analysis of his move and Japan's current standing.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan U-21, led by dual-role coach Ohiwa, competes in Asian Games
    National Team

    Japan U-21 aims for Asian Games gold under dual-role coach Ohiwa

    Japan U-21, led by dual-role coach Ohiwa, competes in Asian Games. Praised by Barcelona's youth coach for their 'beautiful defense,' Japan aims to showcase their unique style.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Japan: 【日本代表】大岩剛監督がA代表監督も兼任することを発表した。来年3月から森保監督から引き継がれ、U-21代表を指揮しながら、30年のW杯スペイン・ポルトガル・モロッコ大会まで託される
    Review

    Japan National Football Team: Coach Daigo Naganuma Announces A-Team Promotion

    【日本代表】大岩剛監督がA代表監督も兼任することを発表した。来年3月から森保監督から引き継がれ、U-21代表を指揮しながら、30年のW杯スペイン・ポルトガル・モロッコ大会まで託される

    31 Jul 2026
  • Under the guidance of coach Takeshi Kogure, the U-21 Japan national team is preparing for the Asian Games scheduled in...
    Review

    U-21 Japan National Team Preparing for September Asian Games

    Under the guidance of coach Takeshi Kogure, the U-21 Japan national team is preparing for the Asian Games scheduled in September.

    31 Jul 2026
  • Tokyo District Prosecutors Office has decided not to prosecute Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura...
    National Team

    Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura Not Guilty in Bicycle Accident with Tokyo District Prosecutors Office

    Tokyo District Prosecutors Office has decided not to prosecute Japan national football team player Tatsunoko Nishimura, who was charged with violating the Road Traffic Punishment Law (negligent injury) for allegedly causing injuries to a woman in a bicycle accident. The prosecutors office stated that both parties were found guilty of running a red light.

    31 Jul 2026
  • The Japan Football Association (JFA) announced that the U-23 Asian Cup, which will include qualification for the 2028 Los...
    Review

    U-23 Asian Cup to be Held in Japan in 2028, JFA President Calls for Public Attendance

    The Japan Football Association (JFA) announced that the U-23 Asian Cup, which will include qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics men's tournament, will be held in Japan in 2028. JFA President Hiroshi Mikitani emphasized that this event will provide a stage for young players to challenge significant goals and called on many people to watch it live at the venue.

    30 Jul 2026
  • Japan goalkeeper Keisuke Oshima leaves Hiroshima for overseas move
    Transfer

    Keisuke Oshima's transfer confirmed: Japan goalkeeper leaves Hiroshima for overseas move

    Japan goalkeeper Keisuke Oshima leaves Hiroshima for overseas move. The 2026 World Cup squad member played 16 games this season. Where will the former J1 Best XI winner land?

    30 Jul 2026
  • Valencia's new uniform is selling out thanks to Sasaki's signing and Japan's national team's performance
    National Team

    Sasaki's Signing Boosts Valencia's Pink Uniform Sales

    Valencia's new uniform is selling out thanks to Sasaki's signing and Japan's national team's performance

    29 Jul 2026
  • From April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN will terminate services for customers from the European Economic Area (EEA) and the...
    News

    Yahoo! JAPAN Service Termination for European Economic Area Customers

    From April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN will terminate services for customers from the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. Domestic Japanese users are not affected.

    29 Jul 2026
  • The Japan National Team is scheduled to play against Venezuela on September 28, in Hiroshima
    Review

    'Japan National Team' Scheduled to Play Against Venezuela on September 28 in Hiroshima

    The Japan National Team is scheduled to play against Venezuela on September 28, in Hiroshima. This match will be against a country with World Cup participation history, the only South American nation to have done so.

    28 Jul 2026
  • Former Japan Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches to Strengthen National Team
    National Team

    Japan's Former Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches

    Former Japan Star Calls for Revival of Japan-South Korea Friendly Matches to Strengthen National Team

    28 Jul 2026
  • Japan's national team, led by Zackery, is fighting to show strength at the FIFA World Cup 2026
    Review

    Zackery's fight is to show strength to the world

    Japan's national team, led by Zackery, is fighting to show strength at the FIFA World Cup 2026

    28 Jul 2026
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