Rugby's New International Tournament Kicks Off! Japan National Team Matches to Be Live-Viewed in Cinemas for the First Time! 'Nations Championship 2026' Screening at 36 AEON Cinemas Nationwide
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WOWOW Inc. has partnered with AEON Entertainment, operator of AEON Cinemas, to live-stream three Japan national rugby team matches from the newly launched 'Nations Championship 2026' at 36 cinemas nationwide. This marks the first time Japan's national rugby matches will be screened live in movie theaters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the 'Nations Championship 2026'?
A: A newly established international rugby tournament featuring 12 nations, where top teams from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres compete to determine the world's best.
Q: Where will the live viewing be held?
A: At 36 AEON Cinemas nationwide. Full details are available on the official AEON Cinema website.
Q: Which matches will be screened?
A: Three matches: Japan vs Italy, Ireland, and France, all in July 2026.
Q: How much are the tickets?
A: General admission: ¥4,000 (tax included); High school students and under: ¥2,000 (tax included).
Q: Who are the commentators?
A: Featured commentators include Daisuke Nagare, Shiro Tanaka, Daisuke Ohata, Ayumu Goromaru, and Shotaro Onishi—former players and expert analysts.