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At one time, Wales expected to beat Japan comfortably, but these days – with just a few places separating the sides in the world rankings – they can’t afford to rest on their laurels. Two of Wales’ last four wins have come against the Brave Blossoms, but the likes of Jac Morgan, Dewi Lake and Tomos Williams still need to bring some of their impressive English league form to Cardiff.
The match kicks off at 4.40pm GMT on Saturday afternoon and you can watch Wales v Japan live streaming for free in the UK, Ireland, France and the US. Below, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to get involved – including details on how you can use a VPN watch the game from anywhere.
Key information
– Wales v Japan date: Saturday 07.11.2026
– Wales v Japan kick-off time: 4.40pm GMT / 5.40pm CET / 6.40pm SAST / 3.40am AEDT (Sunday) / 5.40am NZDT (Sunday) / 11.40am ET / 4.40am PT
– Wales v Japan Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Wales
– Wales vs Japan Free Streams: ITVX / S4C Clic / BBC iPlayer (UK), Virgin Media Play (Ireland), TF1+ (France), RugbyPass TV (USA)
– Watch from anywhere: Try it NordVPN 100% risk free
How to watch Wales vs Japan in the UK – live stream the game for free
Wales v Japan is available for free on both streaming services ITVX and terrestrial channel ITV1 in the UK. Coverage begins at 16:20 GMT, kick-off at 16:40.
If you want to watch with Welsh commentary, the game is also on S4C, S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.
ITVX, S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer are free to use, but you must complete a simple registration process to access the services. You also need an up-to-date TV license to stream live TV in the UK.
Watch Wales v Japan from anywhere
Abroad right now? That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on any of today’s packed Nations Championship fixture list. By using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to change your IP address, you can avoid geoblocking restrictions and stream Wales v Japan as if you were back home.
Technological experts in TechRadar and Tom’s guide both rate NordVPN as number one in the world, thanks to its superior ability to unblock streaming services and security features.
Wales vs Japan free streams in Ireland
Viewers in Ireland can watch Wales v Japan for free on Virgin Media Play streaming service or terrestrial channel Virgin Media One.
Preparation for the match begins at 16.15 GMT, before kick-off at 16.40.
Stream Wales vs Japan for FREE in France
If you’re on the other side of the Channel, you can watch Wales vs Japan live for free and on TMC and on TF1+ streaming service.
Coverage of Wales v Japan begins at 5.30pm CET, with the action kicking off at 5.40pm.
French fans who are away from home but want to tune in with their usual French-language commentary can still access their TF1 coverage from abroad using a VPN, such as NordVPN.
Other ways to see Wales and Japan around the world
United States of America: In the US, you can watch Wales v Japan, along with all the Nations Championship games, on World Rugby’s RugbyPass TV. It’s free to use, although you must register before you can start streaming action. Kickoff is at 11:40 a.m. ET/8:40 a.m. PT this morning.
South Africa: If you are in South Africa, you must head over SuperSport watch Wales v Japan. Join the game tonight from 18.40.
New Zealand: A must find in New Zealand Sky Sports on your EPG. The streaming subscription costs $59.99 per month ($29.99 daily options also available) and kick off is at 5.40am NZDT on Sunday morning.
Australia: Rugby fans from across the Tasman Sea need to head over Apartment Sport for Wales v Japan live streams. A subscription to Stan Sport costs $20 per month in addition to the standard Stan plan (which starts at $9.99). The start is rather anti-social at 3.10 AEDT on Sunday morning.
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