Having reached new heights at the past two tournaments, Japan face an uphill battle replicating their success at this year's Rugby World Cup in France.
Japan s national rugby team, the Brave Blossoms, departed for their two-test European tour on Nov. 2, emboldened by a narrow 38-31 defeat to New Zealand s famed All Blacks over the weekend.
Japan s Brave Blossoms show their mettle but fall short on their drive after the final hooter, having to settle for a 38-31 loss in their rugby test with New Zealand s All Blacks.