What's available

Peacock has a limited presence in Japan. If you can access the service, you'll find a selection of NBCUniversal content including classic TV series like The Office, Parks and Recreation, and 30 Rock. Some Universal Pictures films are available, along with select WWE Network content and older seasons of shows like Law & Order: SVU. Live sports coverage, including Premier League matches, may be accessible depending on your plan tier.

What you're missing

Japan-based viewers miss out on a large portion of Peacock's US library. Key titles unavailable or restricted include:

  • Yellowstone and its spinoffs, including 1923
  • Peacock Originals like Poker Face, Based on a True Story, and Bel-Air
  • Same-day NBC broadcast access, including live news and primetime shows
  • Full NFL Sunday Night Football and Big Ten college sports packages
  • The full Downton Abbey library and Bravo reality programming
  • Recent Universal theatrical releases like Oppenheimer (post-theatrical window)

How to access other regions

To unlock Peacock's full US library from Japan, you need a VPN. A VPN masks your real location by routing your traffic through a server in another country. Connect to a United States server — ideally one based in New York or Los Angeles — before opening the Peacock app or website. Our top recommendation is NordVPN. It offers fast, reliable US servers that consistently work with Peacock, strong encryption, and easy-to-use apps for every device you own.

Pricing

Peacock is a US-based service and does not officially sell subscriptions in Japan. You'll need a US payment method or a virtual card to sign up. Once registered, pricing follows the standard US tiers: a free ad-supported plan, Peacock Premium at $7.99/month, and Peacock Premium Plus at $13.99/month for fewer ads and downloads. Prices are charged in USD.

Our recommendation

If you're in Japan and want the full Peacock experience, pairing a US Peacock subscription with NordVPN is your best option. Connect to a US server, sign up with a US-compatible payment method, and you'll have access to everything from Poker Face to live NFL games. The free tier is worth testing first, but Premium is where the real value sits. NordVPN makes the whole process straightforward and keeps your connection fast enough for HD streaming without interruption.