JAPAN
WTR PERFORMANCE INDEX
68.3
Attack
67
Defence
54
Impact
45
Index rates overall contribution vs positional peers. 100 = best in position.
DATA NOTES
Detailed match data for this player is still being collected — per-match stats appear here after their next tracked fixture.
Generated from official match feeds
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Frequently asked questions
What position does Shota Taira play?
Shota Taira plays as a back for Japan.
Which team does Shota Taira play for?
Shota Taira currently plays for Japan.
How old is Shota Taira?
Shota Taira is 22 years old (born 18 November 2003).
How tall is Shota Taira?
Shota Taira stands 1.78m tall.
Teammates
Full squad →Japan form
All fixtures →
Australia
17–56
15 AUG · L
Australia
32–35
8 AUG · L
France
15–42
18 JUL · L
Ireland
20–36
11 JUL · L
Italy
27–10
4 JUL · W