Overview

• Japan is scheduled to face Canada on August 30 at Yuratec Stadium Sendai in the Pacific Nations Cup.
• Residents of Kamaishi and people connected to the city plan to hold a message board as the Canadian team arrives by bus on match day.
• The board features the English phrase, “Thank you! for your support in 2019,” acknowledging earlier assistance.
• NPO Scrum Kamaishi is involved in the effort, with director Kōsuke Mikasa identified as a member of the organizing group.
• The Mainichi reports that people in the Tohoku region are looking forward to the Canadian team’s visit, reflecting Kamaishi’s reputation as a rugby town.