Leinster have confirmed that James Lowe will leave the province at the end of the season, with the winger reported to be heading to Tokyo Sungoliath — the Japanese club vacated by Cheslin Kolbe.
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Lowe set to join Tokyo Sungoliath as Kolbe departure opens door
James Lowe is set to leave Leinster and join Tokyo Sungoliath, filling the void left by Cheslin Kolbe's departure from the Japanese club.
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