Rugby in Osaka
Watch rugby live!
Osaka is the most rugby-loving city in Japan. Rugby is actively played by everyone from children to students, and among working adults, Hanazono is aiming to return to the top league with the NTT Docomo Red Hurricanes Osaka of the Japan Rugby Top League, the highest league in Japan. There is Kintetsu Liners.
Higashiosaka City is also home to Hanazono, a sacred place for rugby, and many fans from all over the country visit especially during the year-end and New Year high school tournaments.
Rugby is a game where bodies collide violently, and it is very impressive to watch at the stadium. After the match (no side), you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of rugby, where players and fans congratulate each other on their efforts. Let's watch rugby in Osaka!
NTT Docomo Red Hurricanes Osaka
They return to the Japan Rugby Top League and create a red whirlwind in the country's top league.
Base: Docomo Osaka Nanko Ground Season: August to December
Hanazono Kintetsu Liners
One of the oldest teams in Japan, based at Hanazono Rugby Stadium, celebrating its 90th anniversary. Aiming to return to the top league with strong rugby.
Base: Higashiosaka City Hanazono Rugby Stadium Season: August to December
