Where can I play Rugby in Japan????

Question

I'm moving to Japan with my job and want to meet up with a team (preferably English speaking) My skill level is pretty average, played in college but not at a really high level! Does anyone in Japan know of some local teams in Tokyo that I could play on? Again, not looking to earn a living - just want a game or two on weekends. Help appreciated

Answer 1

Mate, try the Tokyo Crusaders.  Far and away the best 'social' team in Japan if thats what you are looking for.  Played with them for two seasons about 8 years ago and still keep up with their drunken antics online.  

They still do a number of tours to tournaments around Asia each year (but seem to spend most of their time drunk and in strip clubs?)  Have all skill levels - some blokes are ex-representative players, others (like I was) are just big fat drunken gits.  you can usually find them by asking behind the bar at Paddy Foley's pub down in Roppongi. I found they were great blokes and always welcoming on board new players (real Rugby spirit.)  I came home with friends for life, scirrhosis of the liver and 15 half caste Philippino children.