Career
He plays at tighthead property He has represented Samoa. Johnston lived in Surbiton whilst playing for Harlequins, before making the move to Street Albans upon signing for Saracens in 2013.
He started for Harlequins in their 2011-2012 Premiership final victory over Leicester Tigers.
On 15 June 2015, James signs for Premiership rivals Wasps for the upcoming 2015-2016 season.