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Timothy Lafaele Reflects on His Identity as a Japanese Rugby Player

Timothy Lafaele, a prominent rugby player for Japan at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, reflects on his identity and sense of belonging as a foreign-born player who has made his life and career in Japan and holds a Japanese passport.

30 Jul, 07:17 — 30 Jul, 07:17
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YahooMostly Factual18d ago

Timothy Lafaele was a star for Japan at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Now he's not sure he belongs

Timothy Lafaele is among the rugby players who have made their lives and playing careers in Japan, and hold Japanese passports even though they were born outside the country. In Lafaele's case, he has played 28 times for Japan's national team, including a monumental victory over Ireland in the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which Japan hosted.

By STEPHEN WADE

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