Heat, Humidity, and Human Cost in Japan's Rugby Scene The recent death of 26 year old Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi has sent shockwaves through the Japanese sports community.
His passing raises questions about the toll that intense training and harsh climate conditions can take on athletes.
Vunilagi played for the Kyushu Electric Power Kyuden Voltex team, which has been left reeling from his loss.