Sony Discontinues UBP-X700/K 4K Blu-ray Player in Japan
Sony has officially ended shipments of its UBP-X700/K 4K Blu-ray player in Japan, leaving the PlayStation 5 as its sole hardware option for the format.
Sony has discontinued the UBP-X700/K, its final standalone 4K Blu-ray player available in the Japanese market. According to collider.com, shipments of the device officially concluded on October 22, 2026.
The company has not announced a successor to the UBP-X700/K, marking a shift in its hardware strategy for physical media playback in the region.
Following this discontinuation, the PlayStation 5 console remains the only hardware option offered by Sony for consumers in Japan looking to play 4K Blu-ray discs.
Quick answers
When did Sony stop shipping the UBP-X700/K in Japan?
Shipments of the UBP-X700/K ended on October 22, 2026.
What is the alternative for playing 4K Blu-rays on Sony hardware in Japan?
The PlayStation 5 console is now the only Sony hardware option available for playing 4K Blu-rays in Japan.