Japan were overwhelmed 52-17 in Tokyo in their first match since Jones was placed back in charge.
Eddie Jones' inexperienced Japan side may have slumped to a 52-17 loss in Tokyo, but there were performances that would have pleased the coach in his first game back.
Eddie Jones is banking on a new Brave Blossoms generation who have come through the Japanese education system.
Eddie Jones has selected a largely inexperienced squad for his first Test back as head coach of the Brave Blossoms, with rising star Yoshitaka Yazaki winning his first cap at full-back.
The pair are separated by a decade but Taukei'aho credits the Hurricanes veteran for making him feel welcome in the All Blacks, and for providing invaluable life lessons on and off the field.
After a barnstorming showing in the No 2 jersey over the weekend, young All Blacks hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho has downplayed his performance in just his second start for the national side, instead crediting the men around him.
While it may not have happened as soon as many expected, Samisoni Taukei'aho has finally been handed a start for the All Blacks in 2022.
The All Blacks have plenty to work on in 2022 but calls for a coaching switch-up may be premature.
Analysis: The All Blacks' newest hooker is making waves both around the park and in the engine room.
It wasn't too long ago that Chiefs supporters used to hold their breath whenever hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho had the ball in his hands, ready to deliver the ball into the lineout. This year, however, he's been the picture of consistency.