About Shōji Itō
Born 1980. Shōji Itō is a Japanese rugby union player.
is a coach and former Japanese rugby union player. He was named in Japan's squad for the 2015 Rugby World Cup. He is currently the assist coach of the Japan national team.
Playing career 2003-2009 Ricoh Black Rams
2004 International Rugby Academy of New Zealand
2005 Grammar Carlton Rugby Football Club (Auckland, New Zealand)
2009-2018 Kobelco Steelers
2012-2015 Japan national team (・Japan v Wales 2013 ・Rugby World Cup 2015)
Coaching career 2018-2020 Kyoto Sangyo University (Forwards coach)
2020-2021 Kyoto Sangyo University (Head coach)
2021-2025 MIE Honda HEAT (Forwards coach)
2024 JAPAN XV (Assist coach)
2025- Japan national team (Assist coach)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Shōji Itō?
Japanese rugby union footballer (1980-)
When was Shōji Itō born?
Shōji Itō was born on 2 December 1980 in Kobe.
What is Shōji Itō's occupation?
Shōji Itō is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Shōji Itō?
Shōji Itō is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shōji Itō. https://biography.guide/shoji-ito/
MLA: "Shōji Itō." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/shoji-ito/.
Chicago: "Shōji Itō." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/shoji-ito/.
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