Ogihara loaned to Leuven
Urawa Reds announced on 16 July 2026 that defender Takuya Ogihara has moved to Belgian club OH Leuven on a loan deal. The loan runs until 30 June 2027; the club said it supports the player’s overseas challenge and expects him to gain experience and develop abroad.
Nakamura heads to Le Havre on loan
Sanfrecce Hiroshima announced on 17 July 2026 that forward Sota Nakamura will join French club Le Havre AC on loan. The move runs through 30 June 2027; the club welcomed the young player’s European challenge and expects him to use the new stage to improve his skills.
Ishiwatari completes move to Europe
Cerezo Osaka announced on 17 July 2026 that U‑23 Japan international midfielder Nelson Ishiwatari has completed a permanent move to Belgian side Sint‑Truiden (STVV). Both club and player welcomed the new challenge and expect European experience to aid his development.
Opening match to air in prime time
On 17 July 2026 the J.League announced that the 2026/27 season opener — Yokohama F. Marinos vs Kashima Antlers on 7 August — will be broadcast nationwide on Fuji TV in prime time. It is the first J‑League league match to receive a nationwide prime‑time terrestrial broadcast in 24 years.