Watch Rugby World Cup in Nagoya

The Team • September 1, 2023

Live Broadcast Viewing of Rugby World Cup Games

Rugby Players on field and Rugby World Cup 2023 logo

Every four years, when the Rugby World Cup rolls around, you can be sure to catch the action from your seat or bar stool right here at Shooters Sports Bar & Grill in Nagoya, Japan.


In 2019, we were fortunate enough to be, not only the host country, but also one of the host cities!

Being in our time zone, all games were played within business hours. However, regardless of where the Rugby World Cup takes place, we strive to show all of the games live whenever possible.


Photos from 2019  Rugby World Cup in Japan...

Rugby World Cup Japan
Photo courtesy of Japan Sport Council
Rugby World Cup Japan Macots

Rugby World Cup France 2023

The 2023 Rugby World Cup takes place in France from Sep 8th (Fri) through Oct 28th (Sat)*.

*In Japan: Sep 9th ~ Oct 29th.


Game times (Japan time):

20:00, 22:00, 00:45, 04:00


Shooters will be showing all of the high-interest games (such as Japan's Brave Blossoms) with priority during business hours, and plan to open for the off-hours games (subject to sufficient interest).


We will also take requests for any available games during business hours.


Check the Event Calendar for matches that are already decided.


For best results, please call us for reservations and game requests.
You ma
y also submit requests for late-night viewing via the form below.

(052) 202-7077

Call to Reserve

2023 Rugby World Cup Pools

Pool A
  • New Zealand
  • France
  • Italy
  • Uruguay
  • Namibia
Pool B
  • South Africa
  • Ireland
  • Scotland
  • Tonga
  • Romania
Pool C
  • Wales
  • Australia
  • Fiji
  • Georgia
  • Portugal
Pool D
  • England
  • Japan
  • Argentina
  • Samoa
  • Chile

Rugby World Cup Late Night Game Requests

Please note that showing late-night games is contingent upon our receiving at least 20 reservations for each game. We will notify you if your requested game will not be shown.


There is also a ¥500 per-person seating charge for after-midnight games.

Thank you for your understanding.

Late Night Game Requests

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