The outgoing Barcelona star is choosing between the Chinese Super League and the J-League as he searches for a new club.
Barcelona great Andres Iniesta confirmed he was close to making a decision over his future, with China and Japan his options.
Iniesta, 34, will leave the La Liga champions at the end of the season after 16 campaigns at the club.
The Spain international was expected to head to China, but the team reported to having all but signed him announced difficulties in coming to an agreement.
That seemingly closed the door on an Iniesta move to China, with Japan and Australia emerging as possible destinations.