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Rugby

Nov 7, 2015

Japan's rugby sevens squads dominate in Asia qualifiers

The Japan sevens teams both finished Saturday unbeaten as they look to book their tickets for next year's Olympic Games.

Rugby

Nov 5, 2015

Japan targets spot at Rio 7s

Fresh off the exploits of the Brave Blossoms at the Rugby World Cup, the Japan men's and women's sevens teams will be looking to book their tickets for next year's Rio Olympics via the Asian qualifying tournament in Hong Kong this weekend.

Japan Times

Rugby

Nov 2, 2015

Goromaru, Japan earn World Rugby honors

Japan's superb showing at the recently concluded Rugby World Cup was rewarded Sunday at the annual World Rugby awards ceremony, with the Brave Blossoms' victory over South Africa, including a thrilling last-gasp try, voted "Best Match Moment," and fullback Ayumu Goromaru named in the tournament's Dream...

Rugby

Oct 30, 2015

Jones, Brave Blossoms nominated for awards

Eddie Jones and the Brave Blossoms were both nominated for awards by World Rugby on Thursday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 28, 2015

JRFU in no rush to appoint new Brave Blossoms coach

Japan Rugby Football Union chairman Noriyuki Sakamoto said Tuesday that the JRFU was "currently looking at the selection" of a new national team coach but that he "couldn't be certain" an appointment would be made before the end of the year.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 28, 2015

Rugby World Cup 2019 opener and finale dates disclosed — and 'dynamic' logo revealed

Rugby World Cup 2019 will kick off in Tokyo on Sept. 20 and reach its conclusion in Yokohama on Nov. 2, it was announced Tuesday in London.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 26, 2015

Australia beats Argentina to set up Rugby World Cup final clash with All Blacks

The 2015 Rugby World Cup final will be a trans-Tasman affair after Australia topped Argentina 29-15 on Sunday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 19, 2015

Australia, Argentina reach Rugby World Cup semis in Southern Hemisphere clean sweep

The Rugby World Cup will once again be won by a team from south of the equator as the semifinal line-up was confirmed Sunday with Australia and Argentina joining New Zealand and South Africa in the last four.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 18, 2015

All Blacks, Springboks advance to semifinals

South Africa and New Zealand will remain in England for two more weeks, while Wales and France will head home following the first two quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup on Saturday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 14, 2015

Top League well represented as Rugby World Cup prepares for quarterfinals

Japan may be out of the Rugby World Cup but the Top League is still well represented as the tournament enters the knockout stage.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 12, 2015

Jones urges Japan rugby chiefs to build on World Cup success

Outgoing coach Eddie Jones said Monday he hoped the Japan Rugby Football Union would not rest on its laurels following the Brave Blossoms' extraordinary Rugby World Cup campaign.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 12, 2015

Brave Blossoms beat U.S. Eagles 28-18, exit Rugby World Cup with three pool wins

Japan put aside the disappointment of not making the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup by wrapping up the pool stage of the tournament with a 28-18 win over the United States at Kingsholm on Sunday evening.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 11, 2015

Japan playing for pride after Scotland win ends Rugby World Cup dream

Japan goes into its final Pool B game Sunday knowing its hopes of a quarterfinal place at the Rugby World Cup have been dashed following Scotland's 36-33 win over Samoa at St. James' Park on Saturday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 8, 2015

South Africa advances to quarterfinals with rout of U.S.

South Africa becomes the first team from Pool B to reach the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup as it hammers the United States 64-0 at Olympic Stadium on Wednesday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 7, 2015

Fiji coach McKee denies Japan rumors

Fiji coach John McKee refuted rumors Tuesday that he was heading to Japan after the Rugby World Cup.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 6, 2015

Brave Blossoms start preparing for U.S.

Having been given an extra day off following their Rugby World Cup win over Samoalast wekend, the Brave Blossoms began preparations Tuesday for their final Pool B game against the United States on Sunday.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 5, 2015

Japan coach Borthwick praises team's work ethic

Japan forwards coach Steve Borthwick praised the work ethic of the Brave Blossoms on Monday, saying their willingness to learn was key to their success at this Rugby World Cup.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 4, 2015

Japan awaits news on injured Ono, Sa'u

Japan faces a nervous 24 hours as the Brave Blossoms await the full extent of injuries to Hitoshi Ono and Male Sa'u.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 4, 2015

Japan shows mettle in victory over Samoa

The "New Town" of Milton Keynes is known for its plethora of roundabouts.

Japan Times

Rugby

Oct 4, 2015

Japan preserves quarterfinal dream with 26-5 win over Samoa

Japan kept alive their hopes of a quarterfinal spot at the Rugby World Cup with a superb 26-5 victory over Samoa on Saturday.

From easily navigable train stations to the helpfulness of its municipal staff, Tokyo has earned high praise for its commitment to accessibility for disabled travelers.

[Rebroadcast] Japan is doing better on accessibility than you may think

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How 'Reiwa moms' are reshaping motherhood in Japan

By Mai Yoshikawa

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