Abema (アベマ) is a Japanese online streaming television network that features news, sports, entertainment, anime, and more. The service is particularly noted for its investment in live sports streaming, making headlines in Japan for broadcasting all 64 matches of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Multiple channels are available on Abema, most of which are free to watch as live broadcasts. You can also purchase a premium subscription for on-demand access to past programs.
This article will explain how you can use Proton VPN to watch Abema on desktop, mobile, and TV:
You can use Proton VPN to unblock other popular streaming services as well, including Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video.
Our streaming guide lists all the streaming services we support.
How to watch Abema with Proton VPN from your browser
1. If you haven’t already, you’ll need to download and install Proton VPN for your device.
2. To use streaming services via Proton VPN, you’ll need a Proton VPN Plus or Proton Unlimited plan. If you already have a Proton VPN Free plan, you can upgrade your account by logging in and selecting Plus from your account dashboard.
If you don’t have a Proton VPN account, you can sign up for a Plus plan here.
3. Sign in to Proton VPN and connect to any Plus Server in Japan.
4. Visit the Abema website at abema.tv and start watching your live-streams of your favorite news, anime, Mahjong, or sports events securely with Proton VPN. You can also subscribe for premium access (with a two-week free trial).
How to watch Abema with Proton VPN on Android, iPad, and iPhone
Abema apps are available for Android and iOS and iPadOS.
1. If you haven’t already, you’ll need to download and install Proton VPN for your device.
2. To use streaming services via Proton VPN, you’ll need a Proton VPN Plus or Proton Unlimited plan. If you already have a Proton VPN Free plan, you can upgrade your account by logging in and selecting Plus from your account dashboard.
If you don’t have a Proton VPN account, you can sign up for a Plus plan here.
3. Sign in to Proton VPN and connect to any Plus server in Japan.
4. Download the Abema app and start watching your live-streams of your favorite news, anime, Mahjong, or sports events securely with Proton VPN. You can also subscribe for premium access (with a two-week free trial).
How to watch Abema with Proton VPN on Android TV
1. To watch Abema using Proton VPN on your Android TV, you’ll first need to download the Android TV Proton VPN app. For steps on setting up Android TV and connecting to the right server, take a look at our Android TV support guide.
2. To use streaming services via Proton VPN, you’ll need a Proton VPN Plus or Proton Unlimited plan. If you already have a Proton VPN Free plan, you can upgrade your account by logging in and selecting Plus from your account dashboard.
If you don’t have a Proton VPN account, you can sign up for a Plus plan here.
3. Log in to Proton VPN and connect to any Plus server in Japan.
4. Install the Abema app on your Android TV device and start watching your live-streams of your favorite news, anime, Mahjong, or sports events securely with Proton VPN. You can also subscribe for premium access (with a two-week free trial).
Troubleshooting Abema streaming problems
If Abema doesn’t work after following the above steps, try the following troubleshooting options:
- Restart the Proton VPN app and start a new VPN connection.
- If you are accessing Abema via your browser, try clearing your browser cache.
- Restart your device.
- Clear your DNS cache (Windows, Mac, or Linux).
If none of these options work, please check out our Streaming troubleshooting guide or contact our Support team.
