Japanese streaming services
TVer
TVer brings together broadcaster catch-up programs, including dramas, variety shows and anime. It is useful for recent episodes rather than a permanent archive: check the expiry on the episode you want.
Read the TVer guideABEMA
ABEMA combines scheduled channels and on-demand programs with paid plans and separately ticketed events. Access to a channel does not establish access to a particular replay or PPV event.
Read the ABEMA guideU-NEXT
U-NEXT offers film, drama, anime and live entertainment. A title may be part of a viewing plan, a rental or a separate purchase; a catalog listing does not establish inclusion in your subscription.
Read the U-NEXT guideHulu Japan
Hulu Japan has its own Japanese film and television offering, account arrangements and viewing requirements. Check the exact title and whether it is included or separately rented.
Read the Hulu Japan guideFOD
FOD is Fuji TV’s video destination. Check the program page for the edition, viewing window and whether a premium plan or separate event product is required.
Read the FOD guideradiko
radiko is a Japanese radio listening service. Choose the station and program first, then check local listening, area-free and time-free conditions for the plan you have.
Read the radiko guideNicoNico
Check the service’s current catalog, subscription requirements and regional viewing rules.
Explore Japanese servicesdAnime
Check the service’s current catalog, subscription requirements and regional viewing rules.
Explore Japanese servicesNetflix Japan
Check the service’s current catalog, subscription requirements and regional viewing rules.
Explore Japanese servicesPrime Video Japan
Check the service’s current catalog, subscription requirements and regional viewing rules.
Explore Japanese servicesBefore you watch
Confirm the exact program’s availability, viewing window, plan and supported devices. A Japanese IP does not include a streaming subscription or change a provider’s terms. Platforms may restrict VPN connections, and playback can vary between titles and devices.
Having trouble?
Try the TVer troubleshooting guide or ABEMA troubleshooting guide. For connection help, contact support with the program, error, time and device. Never send private keys or configuration files.