Published 21 September 2026
Japan cricket means the sport as played and organised in Japan. The Japan Cricket Association (JCA) runs national-team activity and the domestic game.
The sport has drawn extra attention in India because Japan are hosting the Indian men's team in a special one-off match marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Japan.
The fixture is officially called the Suzuki Cup – India Japan 75th Anniversary Cricket Match.
| Detail | Confirmed information | |---|---| | Teams | Japan vs India | | Date | Tuesday, 22 September 2026 | | Venue | Sano International Cricket Ground, Tochigi | | Gates open | 11:00 am JST | | Start time | 1:00 pm JST |
The JCA announced that tickets were sold in advance only, with the stated sales period ending on 20 September 2026. For any last-minute match, entry or weather updates, use the JCA's official match page rather than unofficial social posts.
The Japan Cricket Association (JCA) administers cricket nationally in Japan.
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, 22 September 2026, with a 1:00 pm JST start at Sano International Cricket Ground.
The Suzuki Cup match marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Japan.
The JCA said tickets were advance-only and that the listed sales period ended on 20 September 2026. Check the official JCA page for any updated entry information.
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