With the Rugby World Cup now just a few weeks away, it’s time to get a little more familiar with the venues and cities hosting the rugby matches around Japan.
One of the most exciting aspects is the sheer spread between the 2019 Rugby World Cup host cities.
Kumagaya (Saitama Prefecture)Stadium: Kumagaya Rugby StadiumPerfect for the RWC, the open-roofed Kumagaya Rugby Stadium is reserved purely for university level and some bigger-name rugby matches throughout the year.
Higashi-Osaka (Osaka Prefecture)Stadium: Hanazono Rugby StadiumHanazono Rugby Stadium is the oldest one dedicated to rugby in Japan.
You can stay in Higashi Osaka, near the rugby action, or go for Osaka City for more options.