Head-to-head

How it works: the gap between the two TheBreakdown ratings, neutral venue. Our own model built from every Test; see the rankings page for the method.

Test history

Points 115–633 in Japan’s favour, first met 25 Oct 1987. New Zealand have won the last 8.

Last 8 meetings

• New Zealand26 Oct 2024 · Men's Internationals 2024 · Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City19–64
• New Zealand29 Oct 2022 · Men's Internationals 2022 · Tokyo31–38
• New Zealand3 Nov 2018 · Tour 2018 · Chofu City, Tokyo31–69
• New Zealand2 Nov 2013 · Tour 2013 · Tokyo6–54
• New Zealand16 Sept 2011 · Men's Rugby World Cup 2011 · Hamilton7–83
• New Zealand4 June 1995 · Men's Rugby World Cup 1995 · Bloemfontein17–145
• New Zealand1 Nov 1987 · Tour 1987 · Tokyo4–106
• New Zealand25 Oct 1987 · Tour 1987 · Osaka Prefecture, Higashiosaka City0–74

Scores show Japan first.