Ano Kuwai Talk Show & One-Day Manager Event at Sapporo Factory

The "Ano Kuwai Talk Show & One-Day Manager Event" will be held at Sapporo Factory in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, on Saturday, August 15, 2026. This is a special opportunity to meet Ano Kuwai, a pioneer in women's rugby and an Olympian in both playing and refereeing, who will appear as a one-day manager at the Canterbury shop.

Talk Show "Let's Ask Ano-san!"
The event is divided into two parts. The first part features a talk show where Ano Kuwai will share her life story and answer a wide range of questions, including those about rugby, core rule-related inquiries from referees and coaches, and fan perspectives on the Olympics and her refereeing challenges. The content is designed to appeal to a broad audience, from young rugby players to rugby professionals and fans.

• Part 1 Times: ①11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, ②1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
• Capacity: 20 people per session (advance reservation required)

One-Day Manager Event
In the second part, Ano Kuwai will serve as the one-day manager at the Canterbury Sapporo store. Participation in this event requires advance registration and the purchase of an item on the day. Attendees will have the chance to converse directly with Ms. Kuwai, receive an autograph, and take a commemorative photo. This is a unique opportunity to interact directly with a legend in the rugby world.

• Part 2 Times: ①3:00 PM - 3:45 PM, ②4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
• Capacity: 15 groups per session (advance reservation required)
• Participation Requirement: Advance reservation and purchase of an item on the day.

About Ano Kuwai
Hailing from Makubetsu Town, Hokkaido, Ano Kuwai first excelled as a discus thrower before starting rugby in 2012. She represented Japan in the Women's Sevens Rugby team at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, scoring the first try and points for Japan. After retiring, she transitioned to refereeing, officiating at World Rugby international tournaments. She was selected as a match official for the 2024 Paris Olympics, achieving the historic feat of participating in the Olympics as both a player and a referee.

Event Details

• Event Title: Ano Kuwai Talk Show & One-Day Manager Event
• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
  • Talk Show: ①11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, ②1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • One-Day Manager: ①3:00 PM - 3:45 PM, ②4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
• Venue: Canterbury Shop, 2F, 2-jo Building, Sapporo Factory
• Address: Hokkaido Sapporo-shi Chuo-ku Kita 2-jo Higashi 4-1-2
• How to Participate: Advance reservation required. Talk show attendees must be registered. For the one-day manager event, registration and same-day purchase are necessary.
• Notes: Spots are limited, so early application is highly recommended.

Access
Accessible from JR Sapporo Station and Subway Odori Station. Sapporo Factory is a large commercial complex offering shopping and dining.

For detailed information and reservation procedures, please check the official website. It is advisable to confirm the latest details, such as session capacities, application deadlines, and specific conditions for same-day purchases.