He plays for the Kubota Spears in Japan and the Brumbies in the international Super Rugby competition.

[1][2] Tatekawa started his professional career in Japan's Top League playing for Kubota Spears in Chiba.

[3] His impressive record made the former Australia national coach Eddie Jones recommend him to Brumbies' boss Stephen Larkham.

The Brumbies were looking for new talent in the 10/12 area due to an injury to Christian Lealiifano and were happy to take him on as part of their development plan.

[2] Tatekawa made his international debut for the Brave Blossoms in an away match against Kazakhstan in April 2012.