Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo Watch Guide: How to Stream & Schedule Information - FloRugby
The reigning champions of Japan Rugby League One are set to return on December 14 as the 2025–2026 season unfolds. Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo, captained by New Zealand star Richie Mo’unga, will open against the Saitama Wild Knights as they chase a third consecutive title.
Key links for schedules and viewing:
- Japan Rugby League One Schedule: Watch Round One on FloRugby
- How to Watch Japan Rugby League One: FloRugby Events
- Japan Rugby League One Full Season Schedule 2025-2026: Watch Details on FloRugby
Mo’unga, 31, is in the final chapter of his Japanese stint; he announced earlier this year that he will return to New Zealand after this season. He aims for his 10th championship, having won seven with the Crusaders in Super Rugby and two with Brave Lupus in Japan.
Last season, Brave Lupus Tokyo defeated Spears Tokyo Bay 18-13 in the JRLO Final, marking their second title in two years and the seventh overall in the club’s history.
For the first time, Japan Rugby League One will stream in the United States and U.S. territories via FloRugby and the FloSports app. Here’s what fans should know about Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo.
Viewing Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo in the United States
The Japan Rugby League One season streams live on FloRugby and the FloSports app throughout the year. You can also access match replays, highlights, and breaking news on both platforms.
How Brave Lupus Tokyo fared last season
The team posted a strong 15-1-2 record, culminating in a championship.
Home venues for Brave Lupus Tokyo
Home games are hosted in Fuchu, Tokyo, at Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium and Ajinomoto Stadium.
Head coach
Todd Blackadder leads Brave Lupus Tokyo. He previously coached the Crusaders and Bath Rugby before taking the job in Tokyo.
Japan Rugby League One Schedule 2025-2026: FloRugby Watch Dates
Round 1 runs December 13–14, 2025 (Eastern Time EST; Japan Standard Time is 14 hours ahead of EST).
- December 13, 2025, 11:00 PM EST: BlackRams Tokyo vs Tokyo Sungoliath
- December 13, 2025, 12:05 AM EST: Urayasu D-Rocks vs Mitsubishi Sagamihara Dynaboars
- December 13, 2025, 12:30 AM EST: Toyota Verblitz vs Mie Honda Heat
- December 13, 2025, 3:00 AM EST: Kobelco Kobe Steelers vs Kubota Spears
- December 14, 2025, 12:30 AM EST: Yokohama Canon Eagles vs Shizuoka BlueRevs
- December 14, 2025, 1:00 AM EST: Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo vs Saitama Wild Knights
Full schedule overview and viewing options are available on FloRugby’s Japan Rugby League One hub.
Season schedule snippets (all times ET):
- Dec. 12, 2025, 11:00 PM: BlackRams vs Sungoliath
- Dec. 13, 2025, 12:05 AM: D-Rocks vs Dynaboars
- Dec. 13, 2025, 12:30 AM: Verblitz vs Heat
- Dec. 13, 2025, 3:00 AM: Steelers vs Spears
- Dec. 14, 2025, 12:30 AM: Eagles vs BlueRevs
- Dec. 14, 2025, 1:00 AM: Brave Lupus Tokyo vs Saitama Wild Knights
Comprehensive schedule and updates are accessible via FloRugby’s Japan Rugby League One page:
- FloRugby Japan Rugby League One hub
Beyond the regular season: Playoffs and finals
- Playoff fixtures are slated for May 2026, leading to the Japan Rugby League One Final and Bronze matches on June 6, 2026.
Viewing FloRugby’s broader rugby catalog in the United States
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- Gallagher Premiership Rugby
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- Super Rugby
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