Japan vs China Basketball: Live Stream, Schedule & Asian Games 2026
Japan vs China is one of the men's basketball semifinals at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
The semifinal is scheduled for September 18, 2026, at 7:20 PM Japan Standard Time at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya. The winner will advance to the men's basketball final, while the losing team will play for the bronze medal.
Japan vs China Basketball Match Details
| Match | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Japan vs China |
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 |
| Sport | Men's Basketball |
| Stage | Semifinal |
| Date | September 18, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 7:20 PM JST |
| Venue | Aichi International Arena |
| City | Nagoya, Japan |
| Tournament | Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 |
The official tournament schedule lists the second men's basketball semifinal for 7:20 PM on September 18.
How to Watch Japan vs China Basketball Live
Fans looking for Japan vs China basketball live streaming should check the official Asian Games broadcasters and streaming platforms available in their country.
For viewers in Japan, current broadcast information lists TBS, with digital coverage through U-NEXT and simultaneous streaming through TVer. Broadcast availability outside Japan may vary by territory.
Japan vs China Live Streaming
The Japan vs China live stream is scheduled to begin at the same time as the semifinal tip-off.
Japanese viewers can check:
TBS — television coverage
U-NEXT — live streaming
TVer — simultaneous streaming of the TBS broadcast
International viewers should check their local Asian Games rights holder because streaming availability differs by country.
Japan Basketball
Japan reached the men's basketball semifinal after defeating Chinese Taipei 85–78 in the quarterfinals on September 16.
Japan controlled the game with strong defensive play and advanced to the final four at the Aichi International Arena. Kotetsu Kurokawa scored 23 points, leading Japan in the quarterfinal victory.
Japan's semifinal against China is particularly significant because a victory would guarantee a medal.
China Basketball
China reached the semifinal after defeating Saudi Arabia 87–78 in the quarterfinals.
China had previously completed an unbeaten group stage, including a 105–61 victory over the Philippines. Wang Junjie led China with 20 points and 14 rebounds in that game.
China enters the semifinal as one of the four remaining teams in the men's basketball competition.
Japan vs China Head-to-Head
Japan and China are two of the traditional powers in Asian men's basketball.
Their 2026 Asian Games semifinal brings the two teams together at the Aichi International Arena with a place in the gold-medal game at stake.
Japan's quarterfinal victory over Chinese Taipei secured its place in the last four, while China's win over Saudi Arabia completed the other side of the semifinal bracket.
Japan vs China Basketball Time
The scheduled tip-off times are:
Japan: 7:20 PM JST
China: 6:20 PM CST
South Korea: 7:20 PM KST
Philippines: 6:20 PM PHT
Indonesia: 5:20 PM WIB
UTC: 10:20 AM
The match will be played at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya.
Japan vs China Key Players
Japan
Kotetsu Kurokawa was Japan's leading scorer in the quarterfinal victory over Chinese Taipei with 23 points. Japan also relied on its defensive intensity and rebounding to control the game.
Other important players in Japan's rotation include Alex Kirk, Atsuya Ogasawara, Shunsuke Takashima, Ren Kanekane and Yuto Kawashima.
China
China's roster features several key players from its successful group-stage campaign.
Wang Junjie produced 20 points and 14 rebounds against the Philippines, while Liao Sanning and Hu Mingxuan also contributed in double figures during that game.
Japan vs China Basketball Result
This section will be updated after the semifinal.
Japan vs China: To be updated
Match Statistics
Final score: To be updated
Quarter scores: To be updated
Top scorer: To be updated
Rebounds: To be updated
Assists: To be updated
Three-pointers: To be updated
Japan vs China Starting Lineups
Starting lineups are normally confirmed shortly before tip-off.
Japan
Starting five: To be updated
China
Starting five: To be updated
Asian Games 2026 Men's Basketball Semifinals
The men's basketball semifinal schedule is:
| Date | Match | Time |
|---|---|---|
| September 18 | Iran vs South Korea | 4:00 PM JST |
| September 18 | Japan vs China | 7:20 PM JST |
The official Asian Games schedule confirms both semifinal time slots.
What Happens After Japan vs China?
The winner of Japan vs China will advance to the men's basketball gold-medal final.
The losing team will play in the bronze-medal match.
The medal games are scheduled for September 20, with the bronze-medal game at 4:40 PM and the final at 7:40 PM Japan time.
Venue: Aichi International Arena
The semifinal will be played at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan.
The arena is the main venue for the men's basketball competition at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games. The quarterfinals and semifinals are being held at the venue.
Japan vs China Live Score
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Live score
Quarter-by-quarter scores
Three-pointers
Rebounds
Assists
Fouls
Starting lineups
Substitutions
Final result
Asian Games medal-round schedule
FAQ
When is Japan vs China basketball?
Japan vs China is scheduled for September 18, 2026.
What time is Japan vs China?
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:20 PM Japan Standard Time and 6:20 PM China Standard Time.
Where is Japan vs China being played?
The semifinal will be played at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan.
Is Japan vs China a semifinal?
Yes. Japan and China will meet in the men's basketball semifinals of the 2026 Asian Games.
How can I watch Japan vs China basketball live?
In Japan, current listings show TBS television coverage, with live streaming through U-NEXT and simultaneous streaming through TVer. Availability in other countries depends on local broadcast rights.
How did Japan reach the semifinal?
Japan defeated Chinese Taipei 85–78 in the quarterfinals on September 16.
How did China reach the semifinal?
China defeated Saudi Arabia 87–78 in the quarterfinals.
What is the Japan vs China basketball result?
The semifinal result will be added to this page after the game.
Latest Japan vs China Basketball Updates
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