“I feel fully prepared and incredibly excited.” Rikiya Matsuda Set for Verblitz DebutThe rebranded Verblitz are gearing up for their season opener against Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo Bay at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Stadium on December 21st. The 23-man squad for the match was announced on December 20th, featuring captain Kazuki Himeno starting at No. 8, with Rikiya Matsuda, a key transfer from t...2024.12.21 03:24トピックスコラムEnglish Contents
【COLUMN】The Secret Story Behind the New Jersey DesignFor the 2024-25 season, both the first and second jerseys have been redesigned for the first time in three seasons. This time, for the first time in Toyota Verblitz's history, the design was handled by the Vision Design Department of Toyota Motor Corporation. The story behind its creation holds many fascinating details...2024.10.04 08:00English Contents
【COLUMN】Joined the All Blacks as a Medical Support Staff MemberYoshihiro Okuma, Head Athletic TrainerJoined the All Blacks as a Medical Support Staff Member.2024.08.18 08:48English Contents
"The difference between New Zealand and Japan rugby" - Akito Okui, Issa Yamakawa, Kouta OyabuOne week until the season starts.Yamakawa, Okui, and Oyabu to join Southland Stags wider squad. Issa Yamakawa, Akihito Okui, and Kota Oyabu, who are studying abroad in Southland, have all been named to the Southland Stags’ wider squad following the conclusion of the regional club tournament. Southland is part of N...2024.08.02 07:52English Contents
"The pride of representing North Otago is very strong"- Ryusei Kato, Chihiro MatsuyamaHooker Ryusei Kato and Center Chihiro Matsuyama, currently playing rugby in North Otago, have joined the North Otago representative squad. Although their team,Valley, narrowly lost the Citizens Shield final 19-20 on July 13, both players were selected for the North Otago squad. They are now competing in the Heartland C...2024.08.01 06:15English Contents
"From Toyota to Invercargill: A Rugby Journey"On May 16th, three players, lock Issa Yamakawa, flanker Akito Okui, and wing Kota Oyabu, left Japan and are now staying in Invercargill. While living together, Oyabu plays for Pirates Old Boys, and Yamakawa and Okui play for Invercargill Blues. 2024.07.02 07:50English Contents
Hooker Ryusei Kato & Center Chihiro Matsuyama's Time in OamaruIn their sixth and second years respectively, hooker Ryusei Kato and center Chihiro Matsuyama departed Japan at the end of May. They are currently staying in Oamaru, about an hour and a half from Dunedin, where they play for Valley Sports Club, a local rugby team. 2024.07.01 04:58English Contents
"1,280 minutes of work last season" - Siosaifa FifitaCenter Siosaia Fifita, who transferred from Hanazono Liners last season, made a significant mark in his first year at Toyota Verblitz.He started all 16 League One matches, completing every game without substitution. That's 1,280 minutes of playtime. That figure speaks for itself in the League where physicality level ke...2024.07.01 02:07English Contents
【NEWS】Dream Train "Verblitz Express" On May 6th, Toyota Verblitz hosted Fan Appreciation Day at the Toyota Sports Center. Among the attendees were 1,700 lucky winners selected from regular fan club members. At the rugby field, long lines formed at each player's station as fans engaged in autograph signings and photo sessions. Participants hoping to take p...2024.05.16 06:15English Contents
"Building Towards the Next Season: A Game That Counts"Toyota Verblitz secured a victory on May 5th in the 16th round of League One against Ricoh Black Rams Tokyo at the Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium with a score of 45-18, concluding the season in 7th place with 9 wins and 7 losses. It was Children's Day, and this match at Chichibunomiya marked the 96th game of League ...2024.05.11 12:47トピックスコラムEnglish Contents
"Finishing the Season Strong" - Prematch ReviewAmidst the radiant sunshine on May 3rd, preparations were underway for round 13 against Black Rams Tokyo. Today marked the last training session of the season, as the day before the match will be a players-driven captain’s run. A group photo was taken with all the players and staff to conclude the year. Capta...2024.05.04 03:27トピックスコラムEnglish Contents
From Despair to Victory: Verblitz's Remarkable Rugby ComebackOn April 27th, Toyota Verblitz faced Yokohama Canon Eagles at Paloma Mizuho Rugby Stadium. The game of constant turnarounds ended dramatically with a final score of 35-31 in favor of Verblitz, sealed by a try from fullback Taichi Takahashi in the 45th minute of the second half. From the brink of despair to joyous celeb...2024.04.29 23:31トピックスコラムEnglish Contents