Japan sends 14-member cycling team to upcoming Tasmanian Christmas Carnivals

Rob Shaw
Updated December 2 2016 - 10:55am, first published 10:21am
Ready for the off: The Japanese team of Ryo Chikatani, Taisei Kobayashi, Eiya Hashimoto and Shogo Ichimaru at last year's Westbury Criterium.
Ready for the off: The Japanese team of Ryo Chikatani, Taisei Kobayashi, Eiya Hashimoto and Shogo Ichimaru at last year's Westbury Criterium.

The upcoming Tasmanian Christmas Carnivals received another huge boost with confirmation that Japan will be represented by a record 14-member cycling team.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options
Rob Shaw

Rob Shaw

Sports editor

Heralding the impact of Tasmanian sport without saying "punching above its weight" is not as easy as it sounds.

Get the latest Launceston news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.