The Kyushu Branch of the Development Bank of Japan estimates that World Rugby Cup 2019, a portion of whose games will be hosted in the cities of Fukuoka, Oita and Kumamoto, will have an economic impact of ¥35 billion on Kyushu. The figure is based on an estimated 270,000 visitors coming to Kyushu for the games and is composed mostly of tourism-related consumption, including spending on lodging and eating out. Twenty teams are scheduled to compete in matches held in 12 cities throughout Japan. Fukuoka, Oita and Kumamoto will host three matches apiece, or nine in total. Source: Nishinippon Shimbun 3/19
(Photo is not related to this story, but from our report and interview with star rugby player, Nick Cummins. Nick plays with the Fukuoka-based Coca Cola Sparks read it here: http://fukuoka-now.com/feature/nick-cummins/)
