Dave Denton does some great work at the break down to give Laidlaw another chance. This time straight in front, 40 metres out.

Greig Laidlaw misses with a chance to double his side's lead. A tougher kick from about 40 metres out, wide on the right hand side. His effort drops short and hits the lower part of the post. Japan clear.

Huge tackle from Tim Swinson forces a knock on and brings an end to Japan's attack with a knock on. Worrying few phases for Scotland as Japan put some decent play together.

Japan turn down a shot at goal from half-way. Instead kick the corner and are now putting severe pressure on the Scottish defence deep inside the 22.

Scotland work their way into the 22 with some pace injected by both wingers, Sean Lamont and Tommy Seymour. A knock-on however brings a halt their attack and they clear their lines.

Scotland earn another penalty at scrum time, this time in their own half. This will encourage them however after the Japanase front row came in for praise for their recent performance against New Zealand.

Immediately the pitch in Murrayfield is starting to dig up. Ground staff had been worried throughout the week after a problem with the grass left it somewhat out of top shape.

PENALTY SCOTLAND. No mistake from Laidlaw and Scotland lead 3-0.

Scotland earn a penalty from the scrum and Jackson has an easy chance.

Good early ball retention from Scotland. A clever kick from Laidlow puts them in fine field position and they now have a scrum 5 metres from The Japanese line.