Following on from the success of last year’s inaugural Country Origin Touch-Rugby Tournament (COTT) in Tokyo, charity rugby is returning for round two this month.
COTT is a collective of rugby enthusiasts and part-time philanthropists who are hoping to make a difference in Japan. The one-day tournament, which takes place May 29 in Ota Ward, is open to the public and will feature 20 teams with players of varying ages, nationalities and levels of athletic ability.
Of course, the 2022 COTT Cup is up for grabs, but the primary focus is on raising funds and awareness for Japan-based charities Mirai no Mori and TELL.