Japan

Japan, with its capital in Tokyo and a population of 125 million, is known for ancient temples, sushi, bullet trains, anime, and cherry blossoms. Japan has more than 6,800 islands and the world's oldest company — Kongō Gumi, a construction firm founded in 578 AD.

In football, the Samurai Blue are a 7-time World Cup participant with their best result being Round of 16 (2002, 2010, 2018, 2022). Their World Cup journey began in 1998, and they enter the 2026 tournament with Takefusa Kubo as their talisman under head coach Hajime Moriyasu. Japan have beaten Germany and Spain in consecutive World Cups (2022), announcing themselves as genuine contenders on the world stage.

SeatNav's Power Index rates Japan at 6.5 out of 10, ranking them #16 overall and classifying them as a genuine contender. In Group E, they face Netherlands, Tunisia in what has been categorized as a highly competitive group (difficulty 7/10).

With a market demand score of 7/10, Japan matches will be among the most sought-after tickets at the 2026 World Cup. Their global fanbase ensures electric atmospheres, and fans can expect premium pricing for group stage fixtures. Check back closer to the tournament for ticket availability and pricing through SeatNav.