Yamaha Jubilo will kick their season off with a clash against Coca-Cola Red Sparks. The visitors will look to improve in areas of their game as they languished in the relegation zone, drawing 27-27 against Mitsubishi Dynaboars to retain their Top League status in the relegation playoffs. Jubilo beat Red Sparks 54-27 last season coming off a positive season, ending 2nd in their conference, but losing 49-7 to eventual winners Suntory Sungoliath. This match will not have any commentary but will be live scored.