With a fifth-place finish, the Japan lacrosse squad secured a spot in Pool A for the 2027 tournament, giving it a berth in the playoff stage.
After earning four consecutive blowout victories, Japan leads all teams with 70 goals at the World Lacrosse Men's Championship.
Shinya Tateishi and Hiroki Kanaya scored a combined 11 goals for Japan, which is aiming for a top-four finish in the 30-team lacrosse tournament.
