Celtic players will feature in a game with their names spelt in Japanese in support of the victims of the earthquake and tsunami.

They will wear special Hoops shirts with their names printed in Japanese lettering when they face Colin Calderwood's Hibs at Parkhead on April 6.

The shirts will be signed and auctioned, with money raised donated to help the Japan Appeal organised by Oxfam, one of the club's charity partners.

Former Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura, now back in his homeland with Yokohama Marinos, has welcomed the move.

The Japanese star said: "I'm delighted to back this great initiative. I wish all Celtic supporters the very best and I thank you very much for any support you can provide to the people of Japan."