Gregor Townsend made 12 changes to his Scotland side, while Jamie Joseph named an experienced Japan team amid uncertainty over the match.
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Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has made 11 changes to his side for Saturday's crunch Pool A clash with Samoa in the Rugby World Cup.
Saturday's Pool C decider between England and France will not take place due to bad weather set to hit Tokyo.
Veteran centre Ma'a Nonu looks set to end his career in the United States after agreeing a deal with San Diego Legion.
Full-back Dane Haylett-Petty says Michael Cheika's squad rotation has kept Australia on their toes in Japan.