Overview
- Day two featured 14 first‑round games, with Akita Technical, Japan Aviation Ishikawa, Seiko Gakuin, and Takanabe among the teams progressing.
- Ritsumeikan Keisho defeated Sendai Ikuei 20–7 to earn its first Hanazono victory, delivering Hokkaido’s first tournament win since 2021 and setting up a December 30 meeting with Nagasaki Hokuyodai.
- Seiko Gakuin edged Kindai Wakayama 18–17 for the school’s first tournament win, while Kwansei Gakuin, Kurashiki, Meguro Gakuin, and Kosen Catholic also advanced.
- The tournament opened December 27 at Hanazono Rugby Stadium with 56 schools competing in a commemorative edition larger than usual.
- Engaru, representing North Hokkaido, fell 5–74 to Onomichi on opening day, exiting in the first round after three straight appearances; the final is scheduled for January 7.