Japan's rugby team secured a historic 24-19 victory over Wales in Kitakyushu on July 5, 2025, marking their first win against Wales since 2013 and handing Wales their 18th consecutive Test defeat, the longest losing streak for a major rugby nation in the professional era. Despite Wales leading 19-7 at halftime, Japan mounted a comeback with 17 unanswered points in the second half. Wales failed to score after the break, extending their winless run to 18 Tests and dropping to 14th in the world rankings, their lowest position to date. The match featured eight debutants for Japan under coach Eddie Jones. Wales ended the series with a 31-22 win in the second Test on July 12, ending their losing streak. In football, Japan's men's team began the 2025 East Asian Football Championship (EAFF E-1 Football Championship) with a 6-1 win over Hong Kong, China, highlighted by Jermaine's four goals on his debut. Japan continued their strong performance with a 2-0 victory over China on July 12, securing two wins in the tournament. On July 15, Japan defeated South Korea 1-0 in the final, clinching their third EAFF E-1 title and second consecutive championship. Jermaine was named the tournament MVP with five goals. The South Korean men's team secured second place with two wins, while China finished third after a 1-0 win over Hong Kong. In the women's tournament, Japan's Nadeshiko Japan opened with a 4-0 win over Taiwan and drew 2-2 with South Korea, who held China to a 2-2 draw. The East Asian football tournaments were held in South Korea, with Japan demonstrating dominant performances in both men's and women's competitions.