The league behind many of the world's best rugby players is expanding
Japan Rugby League One chairman Genichi Tamatsuka says his league is the 'perfect preparation' for elite international rugby on th…
Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2024, 5:36
Japan Rugby League One News
Devour the latest Japan Rugby League One news right here at RugbyPass. Whether you’re seeking match highlights and recaps or interviews and breaking news, we’ve covered every fixture, update and development in our Japan Rugby League One news hub. Browse below for the freshest insights from our talented team of rugby experts.
Jack Regan explains his immediate-effect retirement from playing
The Irishman created headlines with a 2021 Super Rugby breakthrough at the Highlanders. This resulted in a move to Ospreys but inj…
Liam Heagney
06 Sep 2024, 5:14
Johan Ackermann drops big hint on future with podcast admission
Johan Ackermann admits that he wants to move back to South Africa when his contract with Japanese outfit Urayasu D-Rocks runs out …
Neil Fissler
29 Aug 2024, 9:53
Exclusive
Greig Laidlaw – ‘That Japanese work ethic is something we could learn a lot from’
The former Scotland captain's passion for Japanese rugby shines through after becoming League One's youngest head coach.
David Ferguson
22 Aug 2024, 11:54
Canon Eagles swoop for Bath fullback and ex-Leinster lock
Japan Rugby League One side Canon Eagles have bolstered their squad with the signings of two experienced players in South African …
Ian Cameron
11 Aug 2024, 9:29
NRL star turns to Quade Cooper and SBW for advice before rugby switch
Sydney Roosters utility Joseph Manu is leaning on the likes of Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams for some rugby advice.
Finn Morton
05 Aug 2024, 0:41
Tabai Matson lands new head coach role after Harlequins exit
Former Harlequins director of performance development Tabai Matson has been named the new head coach of BlackRams Tokyo in Japan R…
Josh Raisey
01 Aug 2024, 10:46
Greig Laidlaw lands top job in Japan
Former Scotland international Greig Laidlaw has been appointed head coach of newly-promoted Japanese outfit Urayasu D-Rocks for th…
Jon Newcombe
22 Jul 2024, 4:08
Rhys Patchell reunited with Wayne Pivac in latest overseas adventure
Japanese second Division outfit NEC Green Rockets Tokatsu have announced the signing of fly-half Rhys Patchell.
Jon Newcombe
17 Jul 2024, 2:58
Interview
Eddie Jones’ big Owen Farrell revelation
Ahead of his first Test back as Japan head coach, Eddie Jones explains how Owen Farrell could have ended up in Tokyo this weekend.
Jon Newcombe
19 Jun 2024, 12:05
Analysis
All Blacks pursue offshore stars to bolster experience deficit
Scott Robertson hopes to lure the likes of Richie Mo'unga and Shannon Frizell home to cope with a demanding schedule.
Gregor Paul
31 May 2024, 5:14
Richie Mo'unga reacts to winning eighth club title in as many years
Another year, another trophy for former Crusaders and All Blacks star Richie Mo'unga, who won the final of Japan's Rugby League On…
Ned Lester
26 May 2024, 17:47
Japanese legend bows out in cruel fashion after TMO decision
The drama meant former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans was denied his sixth Japanese title, against opponents prepared by his former …
AAP
26 May 2024, 15:54
Massive crowd turnout for dramatic Toshiba Brave Lupus title win
There was euphoria at one end of the field and heartbreak at the other as Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo won a dramatic final in Japan …
Matt McILraith
26 May 2024, 5:33
Richie Mo'unga and Toshiba stand in the way of Robbie Deans' sixth Japanese title
A victory by the Wild Knights, who are unbeaten in 17 matches this season, would hand Deans his sixth title in Japan, one more tha…
AAP
25 May 2024, 23:13
Shota Horie: The shy Japanese icon chasing fairytale ending
Shota Horie won’t need any introduction to the massive crowd at Sunday’s Japan Rugby League One final between Saitama Panasoni…
Matt McILraith
24 May 2024, 9:56
'We couldn’t believe it... we were coming back after a loss'
It is doubtful any coaching rival knows super coach Robbie Deans better than Todd Blackadder.
Matt McILraith
23 May 2024, 5:09
What to watch in men’s rugby: Titles to be decided in Tokyo and London
Silverware will be handed out in Tokyo and London this weekend, and RugbyPass TV will be there every step of the way.
Martyn Thomas
22 May 2024, 10:25
Richie Mo'unga stars as Toshiba make League One final amid talk of All Blacks homecoming
Tokyo Sungoliath fell 28-20 to All Black Richie Mo'unga's Toshiba Brave Lupus in the second semi-final of Japan Rugby League One i…
AAP
19 May 2024, 19:10
De Allende wins battle of Bok midfielders in Japan
Damian de Allende won the battle of the Springbok midfielders as Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights advanced to their fourth straight …
Matt McILraith
18 May 2024, 3:53
League One Insights and Analysis
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