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Rugby: Harada bags brace as Japan overpower Canada 57-12
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· September 6, 2026
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Key points The final score was 57-12 in Japan's favor, with Canada struggling to keep pace. Hooker Mamoru Harada made a notable contribution, scoring two tries.
A rugby test match was played on Saturday, with Japan securing a significant victory. Hooker Mamoru Harada made a notable contribution, scoring two tries. The final score was 57-12 in Japan's favor, with Canada struggling to keep pace.
The match was a convincing win for Japan, with Harada's brace helping to seal the outcome. Further details of the match are available from the source.
The test match was reported to have taken place in Niigata, Japan, according to Kyodo. For a full account of the game, readers can refer to the original report.
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Category: News Published: September 6, 2026 Source: The Mainichi (English) Reading time: 1 min
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