Revealed: How to watch TVer outside Japan (EASY method)

TVer is a region-locked Japanese streaming website. A VPN lets you use it from anywhere by spoofing your current location. In our walkthrough, we explain how to watch TVer outside Japan without the website or your IPS finding out.

If you want to watch TVer while travelling, you need to learn how to use a secure VPN. Our recommended tools will unlock TVer by giving your device a temporary IP address from Japan.

Which VPNs work with TVer?

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Using a VPN to watch TVer outside Japan

At a glance: To use TVer from any country in the world, download a VPN, sign in to your account, connect to a server based in Japan and then reload the site.

1. Install a VPN to your PC

To stream shows on TVer while outside Japan, you need a VPN. We’ve highlighted a couple of our favourites on this page, so shop around and see which option works best for your needs.

2. Sign in to your VPN

Once you’ve created your VPN account, sign in with your email and password. It should only take a couple of seconds to register your details.

3. Connect to a server for TVer

As TVer is aimed at a Japanese audience, you need to connect to a Japan-based VPN server to watch from overseas.

To do this using ExpressVPN, open the app, tap the three dots icon and use the search box to enter a Japanese location. Select the power icon to connect and wait for the green light.

Why is TVer not working with my VPN?

If the TVer website identifies that you’re trying to stream content from outside of Japan, your connection could be blocked. However, a trusted VPN can still help you stream TV networks from anywhere in the world, even if you’re traveling.

VPNs that fail to pair with TVer aren’t hiding your real location. The VPN servers you have available to you through your current VPN may be blacklisted by the TVer website.

TVer fixes

1. Try a different VPN server

It’s annoying, but VPN servers can go down without warning. If TVer doesn’t work for you at the moment, the issue may lie with your VPN server – swapping to an alternative could fix things.

Try disconnecting from the server that you’re using with TVer. Precise steps will vary depending on your provider, but ExpressVPN users can select the three dots icon to see a list of alternative servers in the same country.

2. Update your VPN

If your VPN doesn’t unlock the TVer website, check you’re using the latest version. We say that because a technical issue could have been fixed with a recent update.

To update your VPN on a computer, load up the VPN and choose Settings. Clicking Update will usually take you to the VPN provider’s website, where you can learn more about what’s new.

If you have an Android, open the Play Store, tap your profile and then Manage apps and device. Choose Update or Update all. From an iPhone, open the App Store and then your user profile in the top-right corner of the screen.

3. Message VPN Customer Support

The most popular VPNs have teams that address technical issues. If you’re having trouble watching shows on TVer through a VPN, reach out to them for assistance.

Open your VPN provider’s website and head to the Support page. Some VPNs provide a 24/7 live chat service for their members, which is good news if you’re forced to reach out late in the day.

4. Reset your VPN

When troubleshooting, we suggest restarting your PC or phone and then relaunching your VPN. If that doesn’t get rid of error messages on TVer, completely uninstall and reinstall your VPN. Open both your VPN and TVer to see what the results are.

5. Check your internet

Disconnect from your wi-fi and reconnect. With your connection restored, try your VPN again and restart your router if needed. Check for a button on the back of your router (you might need a pin to press it down), or consult the manual.

You should also run a free internet speed tool such as Ookla and compare results alongside your ISP’s ‘minimum guaranteed speed’ promise. Contact your ISP if your connection is unstable outside of VPN use.

More TVer fixes:

Check that your firewall allows VPN use. If you’re experiencing issues on desktop, make sure your VPN is mentioned in the ‘Allow’ list. On Windows, head to open Windows Security > Allow an app through the firewall. On Mac, try System Settings > Network > Firewall.

Are your details public due to a DNS leak? A broken VPN can’t conceal your IP address and location on TVer. To test it yourself, disable the VPN and head to the IP Address Lookup tool. Note down your IP address. Then, turn on your VPN and run the test once again – if you aren’t assigned a new IP and location, your VPN is faulty.

Are you tiring out your VPN? When streaming, gaming and using social media at the same time, your VPN might struggle to keep up. We suggest you close a couple of apps to test if doing so has a noticeable impact.

Re-enter your VPN username and password. Double-check your credentials. If you can’t remember the details, choose the ‘Forgot’ option on your VPN provider’s website.

Clear cache and cookies. On Chrome, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Clear browsing data. On Safari, go to Settings > Privacy > Manage Website Data.

Check the VPN servers you’re trying are online. If you can’t connect to a server, your provider might be dealing with an outage. The best providers are transparent about this and actively update their server status online.

Are you using the latest version of your web browser? Your current web browser version might be incompatible with your browser-based VPN. If you’ve already updated your VPN, make sure you update your browser as well. On Chrome, you would go to Settings > About Chrome.

Best VPNs for TVer

ExpressVPN

• 1-month subscription: £10.53 per month
• 6-month subscription: £8.12 per month
• 1-year subscription + 3 months free: £5.42 per month (49% off)

🌎 Number of servers	160
📈 Bandwidth	Unlimited
🗣️ 24/7 live chat service	Yes
📱 Number of devices	5
⏱️ Our speed test results	-8.7% download, -5.5% upload (London)

If you want to enjoy streaming video on TVer from anywhere in the world, consider creating a membership with ExpressVPN. It’s easy to use, speedy and works well if you’re looking to access TVer outside of Japan. To watch Japanese TV streams anywhere, all you need to do is open up ExpressVPN, connect to a server based in Japan and go from there.

This VPN keeps your real IP address hidden, so TVer won’t know you’re accessing content from outside of Japan. Every ExpressVPN member has access to servers in over 90 countries around the world. ExpressVPN works on a range of different devices including Mac, PC, Android or iOS smartphone.

Pros: Smartphone app lets you connect in seconds, 'favourite' most-used VPN servers for quick access, performed remarkably well in our chat support speed test

Cons: Rival VPNs are cheaper, can't use many devices at once

Try ExpressVPN today

Ivacy

• 1-month subscription: £8.62 per month
• 1-year subscription: £3 per month (65% off)
• 5-year subscription + FREE password manager: 80p per month (90% off)

🌎 Number of servers	5,700
📈 Bandwidth	Unlimited
🗣️ 24/7 live chat service	Yes
📱 Number of devices	10

Ivacy works well with TVer and it’s a reliable option if you don’t want to spend loads on a VPN to watch Japanese TV. This service is built to support 256-bit encryption, which helps keep cybercriminals away, and on top of that you get public wi-fi security that protects your gadgets against malware if you’re connecting to a hotspot in a public area.

You can use Ivacy to access geo-restricted websites such as TVer without anybody knowing about it. That’s thanks to Ivacy’s strict no-logs policy, which stops your valuable personal data from being sold to sinister third parties.

This is one of the most widely-used VPNs proven to work hand-in-hand with TVer. If you try it today, you’ll have access to over 3,000 VPN servers around the world. One subscription has you covered on up to 10 different devices at once.

Pros: Connection is steady when using multiple devices, notifications mention if Ivacy is disabled, server locations split by country and city

Cons: We think the ExpressVPN mobile app is faster, below-average results in our chat support speed test

Try Ivacy today

NordVPN

• 1-month subscription: £10.49 per month
• 1-year subscription: £3.99 per month (40% off)
• 2-year subscription: £2.79 per month (58% off)

🌎 Number of servers	5,200+
📈 Bandwidth	Unlimited
🗣️ 24/7 live chat service	Yes
📱 Number of devices	6
⏱️ Our speed test results	-14% download, -7% upload (London)

Here’s another VPN that lets you watch video on TVer outside of Japan. NordVPN has servers across the globe and all of them are protected by military-grade encryption. And with Nord’s enhanced encryption technology, you can even stay safe on public wi-fi networks without speeds being affected.

NordVPN’s servers are secure and you can connect without handing over your personal data. This trusted VPN doesn’t keep an eye on how you’re using the service, so privacy is guaranteed. You can also try NordVPN’s CyberSec feature, which blocks suspicious-looking websites and lowers the risk of your device being infected with data-grabbing malware.

In just a couple of minutes, you can start streaming video abroad using NordVPN. To access the service, just connect to a VPN server based in Japan. If you need help at any time, you can call on NordVPN’s 24/7 live chat service.

Pros: Built-in internet kill switch works well, profile page on app includes 'Security score' with privacy tips, takes less than a minute to reach a live chat agent (based on our tests)

Cons: Other VPNs tested are cheaper, some streaming services require multiple resets to work

Try NordVPN today

PureVPN

• 1-month subscription: $10.95 per month (12% off)
• 1-year subscription: $3.74 per month (70% off)
• 2-year subscription + 4 extra months: $1.96 per month (84% off)

🌎 Number of servers	6,500+
📈 Bandwidth	Unlimited
🗣️ 24/7 live chat service	Yes
📱 Number of devices	10

PureVPN is a great VPN that allows you to bypass geo-locked websites so you can enjoy TVer without a fuss, even if you’re not currently based in Japan.

Aside from TVer, PureVPN also works with ITV Hub, Hulu and Amazon Prime. There are over 6,000 super-secure PureVPN servers based in over 70 different countries.

Pros: Surprisingly affordable considering features, lots of UK and US-based servers, generous with simultaneous devices

Cons: Takes a couple of minutes to reach live chat agents (based on our tests), performs better on iOS compared to Android (in our experience)

Try PureVPN today

FAQs: Watching TVer with a VPN

How to watch TVer on Windows

1. Pick one of our suggested VPNs – we’ll use ExpressVPN for this example.
2. Once you’ve created your ExpressVPN account, sign in.
3. From Windows, open ExpressVPN and select a server in Japan.
4. Once you’re connected, head to the TVer website.
5. Log in to your TVer account.

Watch TVer on Mac

1. Pick one of our chosen VPNs and create an account – ExpressVPN, for example.
2. After making an ExpressVPN account, sign in with your username and password.
3. From Mac, open ExpressVPN and select a server located in Japan.
4. When you’re connected, visit the TVer website.
5. Log in to your TVer account and enjoy.

How to watch TVer on iPhone

1. Head to the Apple App Store from your iPhone.
2. Download the ExpressVPN app to your device.
3. Download the TVer app to your device – it’s on the Apple App Store.
4. Sign in to your ExpressVPN account, and then connect to a server based in Japan.
5. Now that you’re connected to a VPN, open the TVer app and log in to your account.

Watch TVer on Android

1. Head to the Google Play Store from your Android tablet or smartphone.
2. Download the ExpressVPN app to your device.
3. Download the TVer app to your device – it’s on the Google Play Store.
4. Sign in to your ExpressVPN account, and then connect to a server based in Japan.
5. Now that you’re connected to a VPN, open the TVer app and log in to your account.

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