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Japan viewing guide

Where to Watch F1 in Japan in 2026

Fuji TV NEXT carries every Grand Prix weekend session live in Japan. Subscribers who receive the channel through SKY PerfecTV can also use its programme streaming service on supported devices.

Japan

How to Watch F1 in Japan in 2026

For the most complete coverage, start with Fuji TV NEXT. Other listed options are SKY PerfecTV programme streaming.

Live access

A service package carrying Fuji TV NEXT is required for complete live coverage

Commentary

Japanese commentary

Local race time

Japan Standard Time (JST)

Open the official viewing page
Next race weekend on TV

Italian Grand Prix TV Times in Japan

Choose your timezone below. These are the official on-track start times; broadcaster build-up can begin earlier.

FP1

Practice 1

Fri, Sep 4 · 10:30 UTCUpcoming
FP2

Practice 2

Fri, Sep 4 · 14:00 UTCUpcoming
FP3

Practice 3

Sat, Sep 5 · 10:30 UTCUpcoming
QUALI

Qualifying

Sat, Sep 5 · 14:00 UTCUpcoming
RACE

Race

Sun, Sep 6 · 13:00 UTCUpcoming

Open the broadcaster listing on race weekend to confirm the channel, stream and programme start. Rights holders may move practice, Qualifying or Sprint coverage between channels.

Country-specific viewing guide

Japan F1 TV, Streaming & Free Viewing Guide

Complete live season

Fuji TV NEXT shows every session live

Fuji TV NEXT lists complete live coverage of every Grand Prix, including practice, Qualifying, Sprints and races. That makes it the clear choice for fans who follow the full weekend rather than only the Sunday main event.

Watch away from the TV

SKY PerfecTV subscribers can use programme streaming

Viewers receiving Fuji TV NEXT through SKY PerfecTV can use its supported programme streaming service. Account eligibility and device availability should be checked before race day, especially when planning to watch away from the television connected to the service.

Plan in JST

European races usually start late in the evening

European Grands Prix generally reach Japan late in the evening, while American races can run after midnight or early in the morning. The local schedule includes the correct Japanese date, which is essential when a session crosses into the next day.

Quick answers for race weekend

Where to Watch F1 in Japan: FAQ

What channel shows Formula 1 in Japan in 2026?

Fuji TV NEXT shows every Grand Prix weekend session live, from practice through the race.

Can Fuji TV NEXT subscribers stream F1?

SKY PerfecTV customers who receive Fuji TV NEXT can use supported programme streaming. Confirm device and account eligibility before race day.

Does Fuji TV NEXT repeat F1 sessions?

The channel publishes live and repeat programme slots. Check its event schedule for the exact replay time after each session.

Check before the weekend

Official F1 Viewing Sources for Japan

Channels, packages and free races can change. These are the broadcaster and rights sources used for this guide; open them for the final programme listing.

Viewing information checked 2026-08-29.

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