In August 1979, when Hashiratani was a Kokushikan University student, he was selected the Japan U-20 national team for 1979 World Youth Championship. On February 8, 1981, he debuted for the Japan national team against Malaysia. In 1982, he was selected Japan for 1982 Asian Games. He also played at 1984 Summer Olympics qualification and 1986 World Cup qualification. In September 1986, he was selected Japan for 1986 Asian Games. This Game was his last game for Japan. He played 29 games and scored 3 goals for Japan until 1986.