FC Kariya were relegated after losing the playoff against Criacao Shinjuku, who were duly promoted to the JFL after qualifying in the top two spots of the 45th Regional Play-off Series.
[4] Honda Lock kept their stay at JFL, as despite having finished 16th last season, they won their playoff match against FC Ise-Shima to avoid relegation to the Regional Leagues.
[6] The teams are allowed a water break at each half of the matches regardless of the WBGT on the matchday.
[7] The teams which possess promotion-enabler licenses are highlighted in green in the following table.
Nara Club and FC Osaka have been promoted to J3 League, so there will be no relegation from the 2022 JFL.