Takuma Asahara

Takuma Asahara is a Japanese international rugby union player who plays in the prop position. He currently plays for the in Super Rugby and the Toshiba Brave Lupus in Japan's domestic Top League.

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Early / provincial career

Born and raised in Yamanashi, Asahara played rugby through school and university. He signed up with the Toshiba Brave Lupus in 2010 and has been a regular with them ever since.

Super Rugby career

Asahara was selected as a member of the first ever Sunwolves squad ahead of the 2016 Super Rugby season. He played 14 matches in their debut campaign.

International

Asahara played 5 matches for Japan in 2013, making his debut for the Brave Blossoms on 20 April in a match against the Philippines. He has not played for his country since June 2013.