Kobelco Kobe Steelers (written KOBELCO KOBE STEELERS in English) is a Japanese rugby union team based in Kobe. The club won Japan Rugby League One in 2025/26. In 2026/27 it plays in Division 1 of the league.
History
The rugby section was founded on 21 October 1928. A company director, 徳田治三郎, started it.
The club calls its 2025/26 title its first League One championship.
Honours
- Japan Rugby League One champions: 2025/26, the club's first League One title
Ground
The team trains at its own practice ground at 4 Mikagehama-chō, Higashinada-ku, Kobe (postcode 658-0043).
Teams and training
The club runs the Kobelco Kobe Steelers Rugby Academy. Applicants must pass a selection run by the academy.
Club life
In the club's words, it has "dropped anchor in Kobe", and it works rooted in the local community.