HONG KONG (May 23) – There were mixed emotions in the Japan camp Saturday following an eventful day at Aberdeen Sports Ground.

HONG KONG (May 23) – Japan doubled up as Asia rugby champions Saturday as the Sakura XV beat Hong Kong 27-12 to join the Brave Blossoms as champions of the world’s biggest continent.

HONG KONG (May 22) – Japan head coach Eddie Jones said Friday it was essential his team have a Plan B ahead of Saturday’s game against Hong Kong at Aberdeen Sports Ground as a big storm is expected to hit the former British colony over the weekend, adding to what are already difficult conditions underfoot.

TOKYO (May 20) – Ayumu Goromaru will lead Japan on Saturday as they look to wrap up their Asia Rugby Championship campaign with victory in Hong Kong.

FUKUOKA (May 9) –  Japan coach Eddie Jones said he was really impressed with his players after they beat South Korea 66-10 to clinch the Asia Rugby Championship.

FUKUOKA (May 9) – Japan walked off with the Asia Rugby Championship on Saturday despite still having a game to play as they beat South Korea 66-10 at Level-5 Stadium.

FUKUOKA (May 8) – Japan coach Eddie Jones said he was impressed by his side’s mental attitude ahead of Saturday’s Asia Rugby Championship game with South Korea at Level-5 Stadium.

FUKUOKA (May 7) – Japan coach Eddie Jones has named his side to take on South Korea at Level-5 Stadium on Saturday.

TOKYO (May 3) – Japan coach Eddie Jones admitted that Sunday’s 41-0 win over Hong Kong hadn’t been a great performance from his team, but he said he was happy with the mindset of the team.

TOKYO (May 2) – Akihito Yamada crossed for two of Japan’s seven tries as the Brave Blossoms made it two bonus-point wins from as many games in the Asia Rugby Championship on Saturday with a 41-0 win over Hong Kong.