NHK Recommended Program Lineup for FIFA World Cup 2026
Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 starting on June 12, NHK will broadcast a series of special programs, including documentaries on the Japanese national team and special lectures by the JFA President.
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NHK will be highlighting the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 with a variety of special features and regular programs. We will delve into the Japanese national team and their opponents, explore the history of past tournaments, and present multi-faceted and accessible ways to enjoy the current tournament.
Featured Program Lineup:
- FIFA World Cup 2026: Let's Enjoy Together! Soccer Festival Opening Special
Broadcast: June 11 (Thu), 7:30 PM, General TV
Overview: Focusing on how to enjoy the tournament, featuring news on Japan's national team and rising superstars, with special guests including former national team players.
- NHK Special: FIFA World Cup - Path to the Top
Broadcast: June 7 (Sun) 9:00 PM, June 14 (Sun) 9:00 PM, General TV
Overview: A two-part series following Japan's journey. Features behind-the-scenes reporting and an analysis of manager Hajime Moriyasu's tactics and team management.
- JFA President Passionate Class: FIFA World Cup - Tell us, Miyamoto-sensei!
Broadcast: May 25 (Mon) 10:00 PM, June 10 (Wed) 10:00 PM, General TV
Overview: A variety show where JFA President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto explains the charm of the World Cup and shares surprising episodes about world soccer and past Japanese teams.
- New Project X: Challengers - Giant Killing: The Joy of Doha
Broadcast: June 6 (Sat) 8:07 PM, General TV
Overview: Recounting the behind-the-scenes story of the 2022 victory over Germany and Spain, Moriyasu's journey, and the players' tenacity.
- Sports x Human: Aiming for the Top at the FIFA World Cup - The Determination of Japan's Players
Overview: Documentaries featuring in-depth coverage of Keito Nakamura, Ko Itakura, and Wataru Endo, following their paths of rigorous training.
- Sports Tavern “Kataritei”: FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening SP - Approaching the Tactics of Manager Moriyasu
Broadcast: June 6 (Sat) 9:00 PM, BS
Overview: Focusing on the tactical approach of manager Hajime Moriyasu.
Featured Program Lineup:
- FIFA World Cup 2026: Let's Enjoy Together! Soccer Festival Opening Special
Broadcast: June 11 (Thu), 7:30 PM, General TV
Overview: Focusing on how to enjoy the tournament, featuring news on Japan's national team and rising superstars, with special guests including former national team players.
- NHK Special: FIFA World Cup - Path to the Top
Broadcast: June 7 (Sun) 9:00 PM, June 14 (Sun) 9:00 PM, General TV
Overview: A two-part series following Japan's journey. Features behind-the-scenes reporting and an analysis of manager Hajime Moriyasu's tactics and team management.
- JFA President Passionate Class: FIFA World Cup - Tell us, Miyamoto-sensei!
Broadcast: May 25 (Mon) 10:00 PM, June 10 (Wed) 10:00 PM, General TV
Overview: A variety show where JFA President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto explains the charm of the World Cup and shares surprising episodes about world soccer and past Japanese teams.
- New Project X: Challengers - Giant Killing: The Joy of Doha
Broadcast: June 6 (Sat) 8:07 PM, General TV
Overview: Recounting the behind-the-scenes story of the 2022 victory over Germany and Spain, Moriyasu's journey, and the players' tenacity.
- Sports x Human: Aiming for the Top at the FIFA World Cup - The Determination of Japan's Players
Overview: Documentaries featuring in-depth coverage of Keito Nakamura, Ko Itakura, and Wataru Endo, following their paths of rigorous training.
- Sports Tavern “Kataritei”: FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening SP - Approaching the Tactics of Manager Moriyasu
Broadcast: June 6 (Sat) 9:00 PM, BS
Overview: Focusing on the tactical approach of manager Hajime Moriyasu.
FAQ
FIFA ワールドカップ 2026はどこで開催されますか？
アメリカ、メキシコ、カナダの3か国で開催されます。
今大会の出場チーム数はいくつですか？
出場チーム数は48チームに拡大されます。
日本代表の戦術についてNHKスペシャルで放送される内容は？
森保一監督が掲げる「いい守備からいい攻撃に」という戦術と、緻密なチームマネジメントを読み解き、日本代表の戦い方を探ります。
宮本恒靖会長が出演する番組の見どころは？
日本サッカー協会会長の宮本恒靖さんが自ら先生役となり、世界のサッカーや歴代日本代表の驚きのエピソードを語る授業形式のバラエティです。
スポーツ×ヒューマンでは誰に密着取材を行いましたか？
中村敬斗選手、遠藤航選手、板倉滉選手の3名に密着取材を行いました。