Japanese esports betting sites 2025

There are many esports betting sites that accept Japanese customers, with these websites generally based in offshore locations. The best Japanese esports betting sites cater extensively to the Yen currency, have appropriate deposit options, and also offer some outstanding bonus offers and promotions to their customers.

The top JP betting sites are also accessible via several different means, including via desktop computer, mobile websites and even betting apps, with Android and iOS the most common in this part of the world.

The top Japanese esports betting sites for July, 2025:

• Stake.com

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• Betway

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  New UK & Ireland customers only. Min Deposit: £10. First deposit matched up to £30. 1 x wagering at odds of 1.75+ to unlock Free Bet. Debit Card & PayPal deposits only. This offer is valid for 7 days from your new account being registered. T&Cs Apply

• 888 Sportsbook

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  Minimum deposit of €10 using deposit code 30F - A qualifying bet is a ‘real money’ stake of at least €10 placed on any sports market - Minimum odds of 1/2 (1.5) - Free bets credited upon qualifying bet settlement and expire after 7 days - Free bet stakes not included in returns - Casino Bonus must be claimed within 7 days • To withdraw bonus/related wins, wager bonus amount x40 within 14 days • Wagering req. vary by game • Withdrawal restrictions apply. Full Terms & Conditions Apply.

• Vavada.com

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Japanese esports news

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Esports in Japan 2025

Esports has been growing in popularity in Japan over the past few years, and it has become a recognised sport in the country. In 2018, the Japanese government officially acknowledged esports as a legitimate sport, and this has helped to increase the visibility and acceptance of esports in Japan.

There are a number of esports organisations and events in Japan, including the Japan Esports Union (JeSU), which was established in 2018 to promote and regulate esports in the country. JeSU works to establish standards for esports competitions and player contracts, as well as promoting esports as a legitimate career option for young people.

Some of the popular esports games in Japan include League of Legends, Overwatch, and Street Fighter, among others. Esports tournaments and events are regularly held in Japan, attracting both local and international players and fans.

Esports has also been incorporated into mainstream media in Japan, with television networks and streaming platforms broadcasting esports competitions and events. This has helped to further increase the visibility and popularity of esports in Japan, and it is expected that the industry will continue to grow in the country in the coming years.

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Best esports betting sites in Japan

There are many different esports betting sites that accept players from Japan, with these ranging from brands licenced in Malta right through to bookies based in places like Curacao. The one certainty in Japan is that there will not be any legal local esports betting sites, with no licences issued for online gambling in this part of the world.

The best JP esports betting sites will feature wagering on all of the major esports games, including popular titles like League of Legends, Dota 2, Overwatch and Fortnite. Basically, any games that you find at online betting sites globally, you can wager on from Japan with no region-specific restrictions or laws that impact what is accessible.

Online betting sites in Japan generally have a mobile website that allows you to use all of their wares. Easily the most common way to access esports betting sites is via mobile, with betting apps very common. As a general rule, esports betting sites will have an Android app in Japan, although it’s rare that you will find them in the Apple App Store because of local laws and their strict compliance with them.

Payment options at esports betting sites in Japan are plentiful and diverse and cater to many common banking methods. These range from everything from credit and debit cards right through to web wallets and even cryptocurrencies. Cashing out your betting account can be done via many different methods as well, including bank transfer, cheque, and even cryptocurrencies.

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Popular esports games with betting available

There are many different esports games that feature betting at the top esports betting sites, with these ranging from first-person shooters to fantasy games to sports. Some of the most popular esports games in Japan include Dota 2, League of Legends, Call of Duty and CS2, although ultimately there is a huge player base right across the spectrum in tis part of the world.

Some of of the most popular esports games people bet on in Japan include:

• Apex Legends
• Call of Duty (COD)
• Call of Duty World League
• Counter Strike 2
• Dota 2
• EA Sports FC
• Fortnite: Battle Royale
• Forza
• H1Z1
• Halo
• Gears of War
• Hearthstone
• Heroes of the Storm
• League of Legends
• NBA 2K
• Overwatch
• PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG)
• PUBG Mobile
• Halo
• Smite
• Honor of Kings
• StarCraft II (SC2 or SC II)
• Valorant
• World of Warcraft
• Rainbow Six Siege
• Rocket League
• World Of Tanks
• Mobile esports betting

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Top Japanese betting apps

You can download the best betting apps in the UK via these links:

	Android	iOS	Mobile Website
bet365	Download	Download	Visit
William Hill	Download	Download	Visit
Betway	Download	Download	Visit
GG.Bet	Download	Download	Visit

There are many different esports betting apps Japanese punters can use to wager on their favourite games, with these generally for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.

As a general rule, esports betting apps are more common on Android devices, largely because the conditions on downloading and installing apps are less stringent than the Apple alternative.

To begin downloading an Android betting app in Japan, you will need to turn on non-market apps, which is a common thing that users of these types of smartphones do.

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JPY deposit options at online betting sites

Japanese punters have many different deposit options that they can use when they are betting online. These include all of your common payment types like credit and debit cards, web wallets, and even cryptocurrencies. Ultimately, what JPY bookie deposit options are available will be determined by each individual operator. Keep in mind that when you are sending money, you are sending it overseas, so you should always do your homework on esports betting sites.

Some of the most common Yen deposit options at esports betting sites include:

• Visa
• Mastercard
• Amex
• JCB
• Neteller
• Skrill
• ecoPayz
• Bitcoin
• Ethereum
• Bank transfers

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Japanese eSports betting laws

Esports betting is not yet legal in Japan. However, there have been discussions about potentially legalising it in the future.

In 2018, the Japanese government officially recognised esports as a legitimate sport, and there has been a growing interest in esports among Japanese fans. However, the legal framework for esports betting has not yet been established.

It’s worth noting that gambling laws in Japan are quite strict, with only certain forms of gambling, such as horse racing, boat racing, and lottery games, being legal. It remains to be seen whether esports betting will be added to this list in the future.

ESB will update this page when there are significant updates regarding the legalisation of esports betting in Japan.

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How to watch esports in Japan

Japanese viewers, like most of the world, have gotten access to a lot of free esports content on platforms like Twitch and Youtube. This means you can watch the best players in the world, on various games, live in your basement, while you can also bet before and during these matches.

The EsportBet.com has done various guides on how to live stream esports games in Japan:

• How to watch PUBG
• How to watch Call of Duty
• How to watch Halo
• How to watch Dota 2
• How to watch CS2
• How to watch Rocket League
• How to watch League of Legends
• How to watch Overwatch
• How to watch Fortnite

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Major esports events in Japan 2025