Where to watch Australian Open tennis in Tokyo
Tokyo’s expat sports bar scene is solid for Australian Open tennis, especially in Roppongi, Shibuya, and Ginza areas with British/Australian pubs. Many show matches live (particularly finals and Aussie player games) – call ahead or check venue Facebook/Instagram for schedules.
Australian Open 2026 Dates & Finals
- Tournament: January 12–February 1, 2026 (qualifying Jan 12–15, main draw Jan 18–Feb 1).
- Women’s Singles Final: Saturday, January 31 (night session Melbourne ~7:30 PM AEDT – 5.30pm JST).
- Men’s Singles Final: Sunday, February 1 (night session Melbourne ~7:30 PM AEDT – 5.30pm JST).
Times in Tokyo (JST)
Tokyo is 2 hours behind Melbourne (AEDT):
- Women’s Final: ~5:30 PM Tokyo time (31 Jan).
- Men’s Final: ~5:30 PM Tokyo time (1 Feb). Early rounds: Morning Tokyo time (perfect for breakfast bars).
Watching in Bars & PubsFocus on Roppongi (expat nightlife) and Shibuya (central). Many open for afternoon finals.Lively sports bar scenes with fans watching Australian Open on big screens:Top Recommended Sports Bars (known for tennis/AO screenings):
| Bar Name | Location | Screens & AO Notes | Food/Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hobgoblin | Roppongi | Multiple large screens; British pub chain reliable for AO (confirmed past years). | British pub grub; lively expat crowd. |
| HUB PUB | Multiple (Shibuya, etc.) | Chain with TVs; shows tennis & international sports. | Pub food, beers; casual chain vibe. |
| The Footnik | Ebisu (near Shibuya) + Osaka | Big screens; expat favorite for football/tennis. | Pub classics; relaxed. |
Tips:
- Roppongi/Shibuya → Expat central, most reliable.
- Call/Facebook ahead – many post AO schedules.
- Atmosphere → Expat mix (heavy Aussie for AO), cold beers, pub food.
- For every match → WOWOW app or VPN + Stan Sport on device (bars have WiFi).
Official Broadcast & Streaming
- Japan Rights: WOWOW (long-term partner) broadcasts the full tournament live/on-demand.
- In Bars: Many use WOWOW or international feeds.
- For Expats: VPN + Stan Sport (Australia) or other services for English commentary.
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