National rugby teamFirst Test 1932“Brave Blossoms”

Retro Japan Rugby Shirts

Classic Brave Blossoms jerseys in red and white hoops, from the first Test against Canada in 1932 to the 2015 win over South Africa. Handcrafted in the UK from 100% cotton.
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Japan 1932 Vintage Rugby Shirt Japan 1932 Vintage Rugby Shirt
Made in the UKHandcrafted the old-fashioned way
100% cottonAuthentic look and feel
Adults & kidsSizes S–5XL, plus kids’ range
Name & numberPersonalise any shirt
The collection

Japan Rugby

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Kids Japan Rugby T-Shirt

£26.00
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Kids’ shirtsSizes for ages 3–13 → personalisation image Add a name & numberPeriod-correct lettering →
About the collection

Retro Japan Rugby shirts

Japan Rugby kit timeline
  1. 1932First Test, beating Canada 9–8 in Osaka
  2. 2015Beats South Africa 34–32 in Brighton
  3. 2019Hosts the Rugby World Cup and reaches the quarter-finals

Red and white hooped shirts, with a white collar and cuffs, are the traditional colours of Japan’s rugby team. Our retro Japan rugby shirts recreate classic Japan rugby kits, handcrafted in the UK from 100% cotton with no modern sponsor or manufacturer logos.

Osaka, 1932

Japan played their first Test in January 1932, beating Canada 9–8 in Osaka. Our Japan 1932 Vintage Rugby Shirt takes its name from that year. It is a long sleeve jersey with a three-button placket, made in Great Britain, and there’s a Japan 1932 Vintage Rugby Zipped Hoodie - Red to match.

Brighton and beyond

At the 2015 World Cup Japan stunned South Africa in Brighton, winning 34–32 with a last-minute try from Karne Hesketh. Four years later they hosted the tournament, beat Scotland and reached the quarter-finals for the first time.

More for Japan fans

Choose the Japan Rugby Polo Shirt - Red/White Stripe or the Japan Rugby Stripe T-Shirt, and younger fans can wear the Kids Japan Rugby T-Shirt. Explore more nations in our retro rugby shirts collection, our casualwear or our kids’ range.

Japan Rugby shirt FAQs

What colours do Japan play in?+

Japan traditionally wear red and white hooped shirts with a white collar and cuffs, with white shorts and socks.

What happened in Brighton in 2015?+

Japan beat South Africa 34–32 at the 2015 World Cup, with Karne Hesketh scoring the winning try at the very end.

Can I add a name and number to my Japan Rugby shirt?+

Yes. Choose a name and number for £12, or just a name or just a number for £7.50. We match the lettering style to the era of your shirt.

What sizes do the Japan Rugby shirts come in?+

Adult shirts come in sizes S to 5XL, and we make a kids’ range too. Check the size guide on each shirt for chest measurements.

Can I return my shirt?+

Unpersonalised shirts can be returned within 14 days. Personalised shirts are made to order, so they can’t be returned unless faulty.