The Czech Republic will continue its bid for a third straight Davis Cup title against an undermanned Japan this weekend in their World Group quarterfinal tie at Ariake Colosseum.

The draw for the event was held on court at the venue on Thursday morning.

Czech No. 2 Radek Stepanek will face Japan No. 1 Tatsuma Ito in the opening singles match on Friday, with Czech No. 1 Lukas Rosol facing Japan No. 2 Taro Daniel in the second match.