The Shizuoka Shock

“Well that didn’t go to plan. Now need 10 points from the final two pool matches and see what way the chips fall. Very disappointing after the first-up performance but massive congrats to an excellent Japan.”

Ireland great Brian O’Driscoll

“OMG! What have we just witnessed from @JRFURugby. An absolute joy to watch them. 12-3 down to a fine @IrishRugby side!! I think the miracle of Brighton 2015 now has a Blockbuster sequel.”

Ex-England captain Lawrence Dallaglio

“It is ringing in my ears now. ‘We’ve been getting ready for this game for a year. Ireland have been getting ready since Monday’.”

Former Ireland centre Gordon D’Arcy

“People are bagging Joey Carbery for kicking the ball out at the end. They had a bonus point. They were out on their feet. Japan were energised and the Irish had to go 95 metres to score. In that group, bonus points will be crucial and they could have easily lost theirs in forcing it.”

Former England flyhalf Andy Goode

“Congratulations Japan @ JRFURugby – worthy winners today with an incredible performance and amazing support. Thanks to our own fans who cheered us to the last – wonderful as always.”

Official Irish Rugby Football Union Twitter feed

“Well well well. @JRFURugby absolutely fantastic performance. Japan v @Scotlandteam now very interesting.”

Wales great Jonathan Davies

“I don’t know rugby rules but still I am excited!”

Japanese twitter user @ aya_001a

“I watched a rugby game from the beginning to the end for the first time today and I’m extremely excited. I cried.”

Japanese twitter used @ potapota3198