Attacking threat
Takefusa Kubo
Takefusa Kubo is one of the headline names carrying the biggest end-product burden for Japan.
Shop Takefusa Kubo shirt →Star players and roles
Midfield control
Kaoru Mitoma
Kaoru Mitoma gives Japan balance through the middle and sets the tempo when matches tighten up.
Shop Kaoru Mitoma shirt →Defensive backbone
Wataru Endo
Wataru Endo anchors the spine of the side and helps define how secure Japan look without the ball.
Shop Wataru Endo shirt →Name & number printing
Get the Japan shirt with a player name
Amazon UK and Sports Direct both stock the Japan 2026 home shirt. Most sellers offer official name & number printing at checkout for around £10–£15 extra.
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
Who are the key players in the Japan World Cup 2026 squad picture?
Japan's main spotlight names on this page come from the site's current star player list: Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo.
Does this 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.
How many players are featured here?
This page highlights the leading names already tracked in the project data rather than attempting to publish a full provisional 26-man list.