[W4rriorz1980]

I wonder if Solly is thinking about recruiting Japanese in the near future?

I wouldn't say no to some of them.

As far as i know there's been no professional Japanese player in this country?

[TeflonTed]

Kensuke Iwabuchi, Saracens, 2000-2002

[patgadd]

I seem to remember an Ichifani, but I may be thinking of something else altogether...

[poyntonshark]

No I think you are right, had a long running fued with that Italian fella, Clotrimazole.

[W4rriorz1980]

I seem to remember an Ichifani, but I may be thinking of something else altogether...

[FlipFlop]

Japanese stars are more likely to try and help make the J League more of an event with their skills or see what the Aus and NZ set ups have on offer than come to Europe / UK.

Also, playing in Cherry and White hoops, they'd feel more at home 'down the road'

[TeflonTed]

I seem to remember an Ichifani, ..

Often referred to in our house as having a Japanese Motorcycle