The Flying Fijians, who are currently ranked eighth in the world, will begin the defence of their PNC title against the Brave Blossoms in Kamaishi on July 27 while the 'Ikale Tahi will take on the hosts in Hanazono the following weekend.
The two cities will host the Pacific nations during the World Cup, with the Japanese tests are a chance for the cities and fans to build an affinity with their adopted teams, while allowing the hosts to test their readiness just under two months out from the opening match of the tournament.
