Kichiro Tanaka is Content Manager at Jasumo, the Tokyo-based consultancy that helps international visitors experience Japan without the barriers. He oversees Jasumo's event listings and guides, making sure every page gives overseas visitors accurate dates, venue details and ticket information, and explains clearly the practical steps (Japanese-only registration, phone verification, payment, ticket collection) that can stand between a visitor and the event. He works with Jasumo's ticket and concierge desk in Tokyo, so that what is published reflects how things actually work on the ground.
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October 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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October 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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The Black Rams vs Kintetsu Liners match takes place at Ricoh General Ground in Tokyo on Saturday, 17 October 2026. This Japan Rugby League One preseason fixture brings both teams together for an exciting rugby showdown. Fans visiting Japan can plan their trip and enjoy the action live with Black Rams vs Kintetsu Liners.
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We understand why you are here
Buying tickets to Japanese events from outside Japan is genuinely difficult, and most visitors only discover this once they have already tried. If any of the following sounds familiar, you are in the right place.
- Your credit card was declined at checkout, with no explanation
- You were asked for a Japanese phone number you do not have
- The whole checkout was in Japanese, and you could not get past it
- You need tickets at short notice and cannot afford to keep trying
- The event sold out before you worked out what to do
- You found a seller online, but you are not confident the tickets are genuine
- You are not sure how a ticket would even reach you while you are travelling
What Jasumo does about it
- We buy the ticket for you, in Japan, on your behalf
- We handle the entire Japanese side, so no Japanese card or phone number is needed from you
- We keep looking after an event has sold out through our wider network
- We authenticate every ticket as genuine before it reaches you
- We deliver to your hotel or accommodation in Japan or guide you through an electronic ticket
- We tell you exactly what to do on the day
- You are supported in English from your first message to the night itself
Jasumo is a Tokyo-based ticket concierge in Minato-ku. You tell us the show you want; we deal with the Japanese side and get the ticket into your hands in Japan.
5. Dates, venues, and ticket prices
| Date | Venue | City | Doors | Start |
| Saturday, 17 October 2026 | Ricoh General Ground | Tokyo | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
Black Rams vs Kintetsu Liners
| Category | General price level (JPY) | USD reference |
| Stand Seats | ¥5,000 | ~$33 USD |
| Lawn Area | ¥3,000 | ~$20 USD |
Ticket prices vary by date, seat category, and availability and change over time with demand. The figures above are a general guide to what seats for this event have been list
The final price for your order is confirm after we discuss your requirements, because availability and delivery differ from event to event.
Tickets for this match are issue as physical paper tickets collected or issued in Japan.
Why this artist or event matters in Japan
Japan Rugby League One has grown into one of the most dynamic domestic rugby competitions globally, drawing international superstars and dedicated local followings. Black Rams Tokyo, representing the Setagaya district, carry a rich rugby tradition dating back to 1953 as the corporate team of Ricoh. Known for their physical, aggressive brand of play, Black Rams Tokyo command a passionate fan base across the capital city.
Hanazono Kintetsu Liners hold an equally prestigious position in Japanese rugby history. Based in Higashiosaka at the iconic Hanazono Rugby Stadium—the spiritual home of Japanese high school rugby—the Liners represent the hard-nosed sporting culture of the Kansai region. When these two historic sides meet, matches are intensely competitive, regardless of whether points are on the line.
This preseason match offers a rare, intimate viewing environment at the Ricoh General Ground in Tokyo. Preseason fixtures provide supporters with an exclusive first look at new international signings, tactical shifts, and emerging talent before the official League One campaign begins. The atmosphere at club-owned grounds in Japan is uniquely welcoming, featuring local food stalls, close proximity to the pitch, and family-friendly fan engagement.
For overseas visitors and rugby enthusiasts travelling through Tokyo, attending this clash delivers an authentic glimpse into Japanese rugby culture away from the commercial stadium tour.
Black Rams vs Kintetsu Liners: How you receive your tickets
We secure tickets through a wide network of sources across Japan—event organizers, official ticketing platforms, event owners, and the verify resale market when an event has sold out. Every ticket is authenticate as genuine before it reaches you.
How you receive them depends on the ticket format for the event and the ticketing agency involve. Where physical tickets are issue, we send them by secure courier or by Japan Post to your hotel or accommodation in Japan. And where tickets are issue electronically, we manage the process and guide you through the ticketing application use for the event so that you know exactly what to do on the day. Where tickets are collect in Japan, we tell you where to go and what to bring. We confirm the method for your event when we confirm your order, and you are support in English throughout.
Venue and access: Black Rams vs Kintetsu Liners
Ricoh General Ground
Ricoh General Ground is a private multi-sport complex owned by the Ricoh Group, serving as the official primary training facility and club headquarters for Black Rams Tokyo. The venue offers a grounded, up-close sporting experience with dedicated grandstand seating and open lawn viewing areas surrounding the natural grass pitch. Located in the Okusawa and Tamagawa district of Setagaya City, Tokyo, the ground is easily accessible via the Tokyu Oimachi Line from Kuhombutsu Station or the Tokyu Toyoko Line from Jiyugaoka Station, both within a 10 to 15-minute walk. The lush nearby precincts of Todoroki Valley provide a recognizable local landmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Foreign visitors can attend the match, but purchasing tickets directly through Japanese ticketing websites often requires a local payment card and a verified Japanese mobile number. Jasumo assists international supporters by securing tickets directly on their behalf.
The preseason match takes place at the Ricoh General Ground in Setagaya City, Tokyo.
Spectators should bring their physical paper tickets along with personal identification. As the venue is an outdoor sports facility with a lawn and open stand seating, appropriate weather gear is recommend.
Your order is made up of the ticket price, the cost of the platforms we use to purchase your ticket, and our service fee. Every event and order is different, so for full details and a price for your specific order, please contact us.
Physical paper tickets purchased for this fixture are delivered directly to the guest’s hotel or designated accommodation in Japan prior to the match date.
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