Selected players
The archive was assembled using the Guardian's June 2026 player guide. Player positions, appearances and printing availability are not inferred from this selection.
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Shirt history snapshot
2018 · Adidas
Deep blue home with a woven sashiko-inspired pattern — one of the most design-led Japan kits ever.
2022 · Adidas
Rich blue home with an origami crane pattern across the chest — universally loved design.
2026 · Adidas
Current-cycle Japan home shirt for the 48-team World Cup.
FAQ
Which Japan players does this archive cover?
This selected-player archive covers Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo from FKB's June 2026 records. It is not the complete tournament squad, a current squad list or a record of who appeared in each match.
Which coach does the Japan archive record?
FKB's June 2026 record lists Hajime Moriyasu, using the Guardian's tournament guide as a secondary source. This is an archived record, not a current coaching update.
Does this Japan squad page include shirt history as well as players?
Yes. The squad page also includes a short shirt-history section so readers can connect the current team to the wider World Cup kit story.