Takashi Miyake (born 2 May 1980) is a Japanese former international rugby union player.

Takashi Miyake
Date of birth (1980-05-02) 2 May 1980 (age 44)
Place of birthKyoto, Japan
Height5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight180 lb (82 kg)
UniversityKanto Gakuin University
Rugby union career
Position(s) Utility back
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2005–06 Japan 4 (5)

Miyake, a native of Kyoto, attended Fushimi Technical High School and was a member of Japan's top-ranked collegiate team during his time at Kanto Gakuin University. He played his rugby for Panasonic Wild Knights.[1]

A versatile back, Miyake was capped four times for Japan, debuting against Spain in 2005. He made three appearances as starting fullback in the 2006 Pacific 5 Nations and scored a try against the Junior All Blacks.[2]

Miyake announced his retirement from rugby at the end of the 2014–15 Top League season.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ "日本ハム新人にラグビーパワー!元日本代表・三宅敬氏、トレ視察へ". Sankei Sports (in Japanese). 4 January 2016.
  2. ^ "Junior All Blacks end campaign unbeaten". NZ Herald. 24 June 2006.
  3. ^ "パナ・三宅、若松ともに引退表明「次の挑戦のタイミングを考えて」". Sankei Sports (in Japanese). 2 March 2015.
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