Japan have consistently dismissed the notion that they are feeling the weight of a nation on their shoulders as they progress through this World Cup.

Back-rower Jordi Murphy was due to arrive in Japan on Sunday as an injury replacement for Jack Conan as the Ireland squad began to pick up the pieces from its damaging World Cup Pool A defeat to Japan.

Fans who plan on travelling to the Rugby World Cup next year are advised to book now before prices are “doubled and tripled”.