Toshiba Brave Lupus
Wikipedia - Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo
Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo is a Japanese rugby union team in the Japan Rugby League One. They are based in Fuchu, Tokyo, as is their local rival Suntory Sungoliath. They won the second ever Top League championship in the 2004-5 season and the Microsoft Cup in 2005 under their innovative and inventive coach Masahiro Kunda, himself a former hooker for Toshiba and Japan. They are particularly known for the strength of their mauls. Before the Top League was created, the team was called Toshiba Fuchu after their location. Their slogan for 2006 season was "Once again to the Pinnacle (Restart)".
The team rebranded as Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo ahead of the rebranding of the Top League to Japan Rugby League One in 2022. Their name, "Lupus", comes from the Latin word for "wolf".
The team was founded in 1981 and has since established itself as a strong and competitive force in Japanese rugby. The name "Brave Lupus" reflects the team's fearless and tenacious playing style, as well as their commitment to excellence and sportsmanship.
Toshiba Brave Lupus boasts a talented roster of players, both domestic and international, who bring a diverse range of skills and experience to the team. They are known for their fast-paced and dynamic style of play, as well as their strong defensive capabilities.
The team has a dedicated fan base and plays their home matches at the Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium in Tokyo. Toshiba Brave Lupus is a respected and formidable team in the Top League, consistently challenging for top honors and showcasing the best of Japanese rugby.