The Yokohama DeNA BayStars are a Japanese professional baseball club from Yokohama, the great port city just south of Tokyo. Competing in the Central League of Nippon Professional Baseball, the club won the Japan Series in a memorable 2024 triumph. Backed by the DeNA internet company, it plays at the Yokohama Stadium before large and lively crowds.
The Tokyo Yakult Swallows are a Japanese professional baseball club based in Tokyo, the capital. A multiple winner of the Japan Series with a devoted following, the club plays at the atmospheric Meiji Jingu Stadium, one of the oldest ballparks in the country. Backed by the Yakult drinks company, the Swallows are one of the traditional names of Japanese baseball.
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Official broadcasters for Baseball in Japan
Pro Yakyu - NPB coverage varies by territory. These are the official broadcasters that typically carry Baseball in Japan — check the service matching your region before subscribing.
Availability and broadcast rights vary by region — check your local listings. Livecast isn't affiliated with these broadcasters.
What each side plays next, and which services typically carry it.
Quick answers about kick-off, TV coverage and what's next.
Coverage depends on your region. Official broadcasters that typically carry Baseball in Japan include beIN Sports, ESPN, DAZN, Sky Sport, TNT Sports, SuperSport — the tiles in the "How to watch" section link to each rights-holder.
Kick-off is scheduled for Fri, Aug 14, 09:00 AM UTC. All times on this site are shown in UTC.
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