Hope Powell, Head Coach of England Women, has arranged two home matches against the world's leading nations to test her squad ahead of the Euro 2013.
Canada have been regular opponents over the years at the annual Cyprus Cup and have beaten Powell's charges on the last two occasions, as well as defeating Team GB in the Olympic quarter finals.
London 2012 bronze medallists Canada will be entertained at Rotherham United's New York Stadium on Sunday 7 April (3pm KO).
World Cup holders and Olympic silver medallists Japan should provide a stern test of The Three Lions' credentials on Wednesday 26 June.
Powell said of Japan: 'They are a highly technical side. Everybody in the women's game likens them to Barcelona. It was really important in preparation for the Euros that we try and secure the best possible opposition. This is a really, really good opportunity to play one of the best teams in the world. It acts as a bit of a barometer, to see where we are and see what, perhaps, we need to do, or continue to do.'
These two fixtures will form part of FA150 celebrations, helping to mark a special year for The Football Association. Not only is 2013 the 150th anniversary of The FA, it is also 20 years since The FA took over the running of women's game.
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