Sagan Tosu FC is a professional football club based in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1997, the club was formed from the remnants of Tosu Futures, who had become insolvent the previous month. They were admitted to the Japan Football League from 1997 to 1998 and the J. League Cup in 1997.
In 1999, they were one of the “Original Ten” to be admitted to the newly formed J. League Division 2 (J2). Since then, Sagan Tosu FC have gone on to have a successful career, winning the J2 championship in 2011 and becoming the first team from Saga Prefecture to be promoted to the J1 League. They have since established themselves as a mid-table team in the top division of Japanese football.
1. Víctor Ibarbo
Colombia national football team
Career
- 2001–2008: Club La Cantera
- 2008–2011: Atlético Nacional
- 2011–2017: Cagliari
- 2015: → Roma (loan)
- 2015–2016: → Watford (loan)
- 2016: → Atlético Nacional (loan)
- 2016–2017: → Panathinaikos (loan)
- 2017: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2018–2019: Sagan Tosu
- 2019: → V-Varen Nagasaki (loan)
- 2020–: V-Varen Nagasaki
- 2007–2010: Colombia U20
- 2010–2016: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:45, 30 August 2022 (UTC)
Segundo Víctor Ibarbo is a Colombian winger who currently plays for Japanese club V-Varen Nagasaki. He began his senior career at Club La Cantera in 2001, before moving to Greek side PAOK FC in 2006.
Ibarbo joined Panathinaikos in 2016, and helped the team win the Superleague title that year. He has also represented Colombia at youth level, making 33 appearances between 2001 and 2008.
Segundo Victor Ibarbo is known as an attacking player with excellent dribbling skills and speed on the wings Víctor Ibarbo is a Colombian international footballer who plays for Italian club Cagliari and the Colombia national team.
He started his career with Atlético Nacional, before moving to Italian side Cagliari in 2011. In 2016, he joined Watford on loan, before rejoining Cagliari the following year.
Ibarbo has represented Colombia at both under-20 and senior levels, scoring 16 goals in 51 appearances over seven years combined. He was named captain of Colombia's squad for the 2018 World Cup qualifiers against Peru and Chile earlier this year.
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2. Daichi Kamada
Eintracht Frankfurt
Career
- 2008: Kids FC
- 2009–2012: Gamba Osaka
- 2012–2014: Higashiyama High School
- 2015–2017: Sagan Tosu
- 2015: J.League U-22 (loan)
- 2017: Eintracht Frankfurt
- 2018–2019: Sint-Truiden (loan)
- 2016: Japan U21
- 2016: Japan U23
- 2019: Japan
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 5 December 2022
Daichi Kamada is a Japanese attacking midfielder who currently plays for Eintracht Frankfurt. He started his career with Kids FC in 2008 and quickly established himself as one of the most promising young players in Japan.
In 2017, he made his debut for the senior national team and has since become an important member of their squad.
At 26 years old, Daichi Kamada is already considered one of the best midfielders in Europe and looks set to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come Daichi Kamada is a Japanese footballer who plays as a midfielder for Sagan Tosu.
He has played for Higashiyama High School and Gamba Osaka in the J1 League, before joining Eintracht Frankfurt in 2018.
Daichi Kamada made his international debut in 2016, playing for Japan U21s. In 2019 he was called up to the senior side and has since contributed six goals across 26 appearances.
Also Played For: japan football team, asian football confederation
3. Anthony Akumu
Career
- 2010–2014: Gor Mahia
- 2014–2015: Al Khartoum
- 2016–2020: ZESCO United
- 2020–2022: Kaizer Chiefs
- 2023–: Sagan Tosu
- 2011–: Kenya
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:25, 16 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 08
Akumu is a midfielder who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Akumu started his career with Tusker F.C. and played for them from 2010 to 2016. Akumu has also played for clubs in Japan and Kenya.
Akumu has made 21 appearances for the Kenya national team. Akumu is a member of the Kenyan national team and was part of their squad for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. Akumu is a hardworking midfielder who is known for his stamina and defensive qualities.
Akumu is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position. Akumu is an important player for Sagan Tosu and is expected to play an important role in the club's future. Akumu is a talented player who has the potential to become a top-level midfielder.
Anthony Akumu is a Kenyan international footballer who plays for ZESCO United in the South Africa Premier Soccer League.
Akumu has played for Gor Mahia and Al Khartoum in the Kenyan Premier League and ZESCO United in the South Africa Premier Soccer League. Akumu has represented Kenya at the international level.
Akumu is known for his strong marking and aerial ability. Akumu is a quick player who can run with the ball up the pitch.
Akumu is a versatile player who can fill in at any of the back four positions. Akumu is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Akumu is a young player with a lot of potential.
Akumu is a talented player who is looking to make a name for himself in the international stage.
Also Played For: gor mahia f.c, kaizer chiefs f.c
4. Yuji Ono
Midfielder
Career
- 2008–2010: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2010–2012: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2013–2015: Standard Liège
- 2015–2017: Sint-Truiden
- 2017–2019: Sagan Tosu
- 2020–2021: Gamba Osaka
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:10, 22 January 2023 (UTC)
Yuji Ono is a Japanese attacking midfielder who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Ono started his career with Yokosuka F. Marinos in the J1 League, and helped the club to promotion to the J.
League Division 1 in his debut season. He then moved to Nara Club in the J2 League, where he won the J2 League Golden Boot and J2 League Division 2 title in his first two seasons with the club.
Ono joined Kashima Antlers in the J1 League in 2016, and helped the club to win the J1 League title in his first season with the club. He has also represented Japan at U-20 and U-23 level, and was part of the Japan team that competed in the 2015 U-20 World Cup.
Ono has been a regular for the Japan national team since his debut in 2015, and has made several appearances for the senior team. In May 2018, Ono was called up to the Japan national team for the first time in over two years, and played in the 2018 Russia World Cup.
Ono is known for his attacking midfield play, and is a regular for the Japan national team in their midfield. Ono is currently contracted to Sagan Tosu until 2020.
5. Naoyuki Fujita
Career
- 2006–2009: Fukuoka University
- 2010–2015: Sagan Tosu
- 2016–2018: Vissel Kobe
- 2019–2021: Cerezo Osaka
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2015: Japan
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 5 August 2015
Naoyuki Fujita is a midfielder for Sagan Tosu and was born in Fukuoka, Japan in 1987. He started his career with Cerezo Osaka, playing for them from 2004 to 2009.
He then moved to J1 League side Nagoya Grampus Eight, where he played from 2009 to 2012. He then moved to Sagan Tosu, where he has been since 2012. He has made over 100 appearances for Sagan Tosu and has won the J1 League twice, in 2013 and 2017.
He is also a Japan national team regular, having made over 30 appearances. He is known for his strong defensive play and is a key part of the Sagan Tosu team.
He is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions. Naoyuki Fujita is a popular player with the fans and is a major part of the Sagan Tosu team.
Naoyuki Fujita is a Japanese footballer who has played for Sagan Tosu, Vissel Kobe and Cerezo Osaka in the J. League. Naoyuki Fujita started his career at Fukuoka University, where he played for three seasons.
Naoyuki Fujita joined Sagan Tosu in 2006 and played for the club until 2009. Naoyuki Fujita then played for Vissel Kobe from 2010 to 2015.
Naoyuki Fujita joined Cerezo Osaka in 2016 and played for the club until 2018. Naoyuki Fujita then joined Sagan Tosu again in 2019.
Naoyuki Fujita has also played for the Japan national team. Naoyuki Fujita is a midfielder and he is known for his passing and crossing ability. Naoyuki Fujita is currently playing for Sagan Tosu.
6. Kohei Tezuka
Career
- 2009–2014: Kashiwa Reysol
- 2015: Onehunga Sports
- 2016–2020: Kashiwa Reysol
- 2020: → Yokohama FC (loan)
- 2021–2022: Yokohama FC
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:55, 5 November 2022 (UTC)
Kohei Tezuka is a Japanese defensive midfielder who currently plays for J. League side Kashima Antlers. Tezuka made his debut for Kashima Antlers in the 2016 season and has since become an important part of the side.
Tezuka has represented Japan at various youth levels and has also been a part of the under-23 side. Kohei Tezuka is the younger brother of former J-League player and current Yokohama F.
Marinos player Yosuke Tezuka. Kohei Tezuka is a versatile player who can operate in a number of midfield positions.
Kohei Tezuka is known for his strong defensive play and is a key member of Kashima Antlers' midfield. Tezuka is also known for his accurate passing and ability to create chances for his team.
Kohei Tezuka is set to become an even more important part of Kashima Antlers' side following the departures of several players this season.
Kohei Tezuka is a talented player who has the potential to become one of the best midfielders in the J. League.
7. Fuchi Honda
Career
- PFTC Kitakyushu
- Sagan Tosu
- 2019–: Sagan Tosu
- 2018: Japan U17
- Japan U19
- Japan U20
- Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:36, 13 July 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19
Fuchi Honda is a Japanese attacking midfielder who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Honda was born in Fukuoka, Japan on 10 May 2001. Honda has played for the youth teams of several top Japanese clubs, including Fukuoka F.C.
and Urawa Red Diamonds. In 2016, Honda made his senior debut for Sagan Tosu in the J-League.
Honda has been described as an attacking midfielder with good dribbling and passing abilities. Honda is a regular for the Japanese national team, and has represented his country at various youth levels.
Fuchi Honda is expected to be a mainstay of Sagan Tosu's squad in the J-League and Asian Champions League. Fuchi Honda is a Japanese football club based in Kitakyushu. The club was founded in 1940 and play in the J1 League.
The club has had a long and successful history, having won the J1 League title on three occasions (1982, 1988, and 1991).
Fuchi Honda also reached the final of the Emperor's Cup in 1982, and the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League in 1988 and 1991. The club's most recent success came in 2017, when they won the J1 League title.
Fuchi Honda are known for their passionate and vocal supporters, who are known to be vociferous in their support of the team. The club has a strong youth system, with many of the club's players progressing through the ranks to play in the J1 League.
Fuchi Honda play their home games at the Kitakyushu Stadium. The club's official nickname is "the Horses". Fuchi Honda play in red and white striped shirts, with the club's mascot being a white stallion.
8. Akito Fukuta
Career
- 2011–2014: National Institute of Fitness, and Sports in Kanoya
- 2013–2019: Sagan Tosu
- 2020: Shonan Bellmare
- 2020–2021: Albirex Niigata
- 2022-: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:11, 13 November 2022 (AEST)
Akito Fukuta is a defensive midfielder who currently plays for Sagan Tosu in Japan. Akito Fukuta began his career with Kyoto Purple Sanga in Japan before moving to J-League side Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2013.
Akito Fukuta has represented Japan at youth levels, including at the 2011 U-20 World Cup. Akito Fukuta is one of the most experienced players in his position in Japan, having made over 230 appearances in the J-League.
Akito Fukuta is a very hard-working midfielder, who is always looking to get forward and help his team. Akito Fukuta is likely to be a starter for Sagan Tosu this season, and is likely to be a key player for Japan at the upcoming World Cup.
Akito Fukuta started his career with the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya. He then moved to Sagan Tosu in 2013 where he played 113 games and scored 2 goals. He then transferred to Shonan Bellmare in 2020 where he played 5 games and scored 0 goals.
He then transferred to Albirex Niigata in 2020 and played 40 games. He then transferred back to Sagan Tosu in 2020 and played 33 games. Akito Fukuta is currently playing for Sagan Tosu.
9. Yuto Iwasaki
Career
- Kaneshiro JFC
- JFA Academy Fukushima
- 2014–2016: Kyōtotachibana High School
- 2017–2018: Kyoto Sanga FC
- 2019–2022: Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo
- 2020: → Shonan Bellmare (loan)
- 2021: → JEF United Chiba (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2023–: Sagan Tosu
- 2015: Japan U-17
- 2015: Japan U-18
- 2016: Japan U-19
- 2017: Japan U-20
- 2019: Japan U-22
- 2018–2019: Japan U-23
- 2022–: Japan
Yuto Iwasaki is a Japanese international footballer who plays for Sagan Tosu. Iwasaki played for Kaneshiro JFC and JFA Academy Fukushima before joining Kyōtotachibana High School and then Kyoto Sanga FC.
Iwasaki made his professional debut with Sagan Tosu in the J. League in 2017. Iwasaki has made 16 appearances for Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo and 8 appearances for Shonan Bellmare on loan. Iwasaki was born in Hikone, Shiga and is 1.73 m tall.
Iwasaki is a winger and forward and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. Iwasaki has represented Japan at youth level and has two caps.
Iwasaki is considered to be one of the most promising young Japanese footballers and is expected to play a significant role for Sagan Tosu in the future.
Yuto Iwasaki is a Japanese footballer who plays as a midfielder. He is currently playing for Japan's U-23 team. He made his international debut in 2015.
Iwasaki has represented Japan at the Asian Games and the EAFF Championship. He is also a winner of the AFC U-19 Championship. Iwasaki is considered to be a promising young player.
He is contracted to play for Japan until 2022. Iwasaki is a hard-working midfielder who is looking to continue his success with Japan. He is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position.
10. Park Il-gyu
Goalkeeper
Career
- –2011: Korea University (Japan)
- 2012: Fujieda MYFC
- 2013: FC Korea
- 2014–2015: Fujieda MYFC
- 2016–2018: FC Ryūkyū
- 2019–2020: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2020: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2021–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 November 2022, 14:20 (UTC)
Park Il-gyu is a goalkeeper for Sagan Tosu in the Japanese J-League. He has played for the club since 2009 and has been a regular player for the team since then.
He has played for the Japan U-20 national team and was a part of the team that competed in the 2009 U-20 World Cup. He made his senior international debut for Japan in a friendly match against the United Arab Emirates in November of 2014.
Park Il-gyu is a member of the Japanese national team and has been a part of the team since 2014. He has also been a part of the Japan national team at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup and the 2017 AFC Asian Cup.
Park Il-gyu has a good defensive record and has been a part of the team that has kept the J-League clean sheet record for the past three seasons.
He is a good goalkeeping prospect and has been tipped to be a future Japan national team captain.
Park Il-gyu has been a part of the Japan U-23 national team and was a part of the team that competed in the 2017 U-23 World Cup. He is a member of the Japanese national team and has been a part of the team since 2014.
11. Masaya Tashiro
Career
- 2009–2011: Bunan Senior High School
- 2012–2015: Hosei University
- 2016–2018: FC Gifu
- 2018–2021: Tochigi SC
- 2021–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2 January 2019
Masaya Tashiro is a Japanese professional footballer who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. In his youth, Tashiro played for local side Tokyo Verdy and then JEF United Chiba.
Tashiro made his professional debut in 2013 with JEF United, and soon established himself as one of the club's key players. Tashiro was loaned to Nagoya Grampus in 2015, and then made the move permanent the following year.
Tashiro has represented Japan at under-19 and under-21 level, and played in the 2017 Confederations Cup. Tashiro has been described as a 'tenacious defender', and is known for his strong marking and tackling.
Tashiro is set to become a free agent at the end of the season, and is likely to be offered a new contract by Sagan Tosu.
Tashiro is a member of the Japan national team, and has made one appearance for the side. Tashiro is married and has one child.
12. Hwang Seok-ho
Career
- 2008–2011: Daegu University
- 2012–2014: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- 2015–2017: Kashima Antlers
- 2017: Tianjin Teda
- 2018–2021: Shimizu S-Pulse
- 2021–: Sagan Tosu
- 2011–2012: South Korea U-23
- 2012–2015: South Korea
Hwang Seok-ho is a centre back and full back who currently plays for Sagan Tosu in Japan. Hwang was born in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea on June 27, 1989.
Hwang played for Daegu University from 2008 to 2011. Hwang made his debut for the South Korea national team in a 2013 friendly against Mexico. Hwang was part of the South Korea team that competed in the 2017 AFC Asian Cup.
Hwang has represented South Korea at various youth levels, including the U-20 and U-23 squads. Hwang is a regular for the South Korea national team. He has made 39 appearances for his country and scored one goal. Hwang is married and has two children.
Hwang Seok-ho is a South Korean professional footballer who plays for Shimizu S-Pulse in the J1 League.
Hwang has made 77 appearances for Shimizu S-Pulse in the J1 League, scoring three goals. Hwang has also represented South Korea at international level, making four appearances and scoring one goal.
Hwang is a versatile player who can play as a defender or midfielder. Hwang is known for his strong defensive play and accurate passing.
Hwang is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Hwang is a very popular player with the Shimizu fans. Hwang is set to retire at the end of the 2021 season.
Hwang is a very popular player in the Japanese footballing community.
13. Yoichi Naganuma
Career
- 2013–2015: Sanfrecce Hiroshima Youth
- 2016–2022: Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- 2017: → Montedio Yamagata (loan)
- 2018: → FC Gifu (loan)
- 2019–2020: → Ehime FC (loan)
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2014: Japan U-17
- 2015: Japan U-18
- 2016: Japan U-19
- 2018: Japan U-21
- 2017–: Japan U-23
Yoichi Naganuma is a Japanese winger who plays for Sagan Tosu. Naganuma made his senior debut in 2017 with Montedio Yamagata, and has since played for FC Gifu on loan.
Naganuma is an energetic and fast winger who is capable of scoring goals. Naganuma is a product of the Sanfrecce Hiroshima youth system, and he has been a regular for the club since making his debut.
Naganuma is highly-rated and is seen as a future Japan international. With a good season in 2018, Naganuma could be a target for some top-flight European clubs. Naganuma is a versatile player who can play in a number of attacking positions.
He is currently with Sagan Tosu on a long-term contract. Naganuma is a fast, skilful and attacking winger who is sure to make an impact in the Japanese top flight. Yoichi Naganuma is a Japan international midfielder who currently plays for Ehime FC.
Yoichi Naganuma made his international debut for Japan in 2014 and has since played at various age groups. Yoichi Naganuma is known for his attacking play and is a regular for the Japan U-21 team. Yoichi Naganuma has also had loan spells with Sagan Tosu and Ehime FC.
Yoichi Naganuma is a product of the Ehime FC youth academy and is set to stay with the club until at least 2020. Yoichi Naganuma has been capped at international level six times and is likely to add to that tally in the future.
14. Yuki Horigome
Career
- 2005–2010: Ventforet Kofu Youth
- 2010–2015: Ventforet Kofu
- 2013: → Roasso Kumamoto (loan)
- 2014: → Ehime FC (loan)
- 2016: Kyoto Sanga FC
- 2017–2018: Ventforet Kofu
- 2019–2022: JEF United Chiba
- 2021: → Montedio Yamagata (loan)
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2009: Japan U-17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 July 2022
Horigome is a talented attacking midfielder and winger who has played for Sagan Tosu since the 2016 season. Horigome was born in Kōfu, Yamanashi, Japan in 1992.
Horigome started his career with Ventforet Kofu Youth in 2005. Horigome made his professional debut in the J. League in 2010. Horigome has played for Japan at under-17, under-19, under-21, and senior level.
Horigome has represented Japan at the 2011 Southeast Asian Games, the 2013 AFC Asian Cup, and the 2015 AFC Asian Cup.
Horigome has been a regular for Japan at the 2019 FIFA World Cup qualification. Horigome is 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) tall and has played as an attacking midfielder and winger for Sagan Tosu.
Horigome started his senior career with Ventforet Kofu in 2010. He spent time on loan at Ehime FC in 2013 and 2014 before joining Kyoto Sanga FC in 2016.
Horigome is a regular for JEF United Chiba and Sagan Tosu in the J1 League. He has made three appearances for the Japan U-17 team. Horigome is a hard-working midfielder who is well-known for his advanced play.
Horigome is likely to feature for Japan at the 2020 Olympics. He is a versatile player who can play in both midfield and defence. Horigome is a Japan national team regular and is known for his leadership qualities. He is a popular player with the fans and is highly-rated by his peers.
15. Toshio Shimakawa
Career
- 2003–2008: Kashiwa Reysol Youth
- 2009–2013: Vegalta Sendai
- 2012: → Tokyo Verdy (loan)
- 2012: → Blaublitz Akita (loan)
- 2013–2015: Blaublitz Akita
- 2016: Renofa Yamaguchi
- 2016: → Tochigi SC (loan)
- 2017–2018: Ventforet Kofu
- 2019-2020: Oita Trinita
- 2021–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 July 2022
Toshio Shimakawa is a Japanese defensive midfielder who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. He started his career with Yokohama F. Marinos before moving to J.
League side Nagoya Grampus in 2013. Shimakawa was part of the Japan national team at the 2013 U-20 World Cup and 2014 Asian Games. He made his debut in the J.
League in 2013 with Nagoya Grampus and has since played for Sagan Tosu, Kashima Antlers, and Vissel Kobe. Shimakawa is a consistent performer for his clubs, having made over 100 appearances in the J.
League and other top Japanese leagues. Shimakawa is a versatile player who can play as a defensive midfielder or centre back. He is known for his strong tackles and accurate passing. Shimakawa is a fan favourite at his clubs and is highly respected by his peers.
Shimakawa is a Japanese international and has made over 20 appearances for the national team.
16. Kentaro Moriya
Career
- 2007–2010: University of Tsukuba
- 2011–2012: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2013–2018: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2019–2020: Júbilo Iwata
- 2020: → Ehime FC (loan)
- 2021: Ehime FC
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
Kentaro Moriya is a Japanese attacking midfielder currently playing for Sagan Tosu. Moriya started his career at University of Tsukuba, where he played for three seasons.
He then joined FC Tokyo, where he played for two seasons. Moriya joined Sagan Tosu in 2017. Moriya has been capped 47 times by the Japan national team. He is known for his speed, passing and dribbling.
Moriya is a regular for the Japan national team, and has played at the 2018 World Cup and the 2019 Asian Cup. Moriya is married and has two children. Moriya is a devout Buddhist. Kentaro Moriya is a Japanese professional footballer who plays for Júbilo Iwata.
Moriya made his professional debut with Yokohama F. Marinos in 2011 and has since played for Kawasaki Frontale, Júbilo Iwata, and Ehime FC. Moriya has been a regular starter for Júbilo Iwata in the J1 League and has helped the club win the J1 League in 2017 and 2018.
Moriya has also represented Japan at international level and has made one appearance for the national team.
With 105 league appearances to his name, Moriya is one of the most experienced Japanese footballers. Moriya is also a regular for the Japan U-23 side and has played in the World Cup and Asian Cup.
Moriya is expected to join FC Sion in the Swiss Super League in the summer of 2020. Moriya is a hard-working and versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions.
17. Wataru Harada
Career
- Kasumigaoka Gakuen SC
- Vissel Kobe
- 2012–2014: Seiryo HS
- 2015–2018: Nippon Sport Science University
- 2019–2021: FC Imabari
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:40, 19 July 2022 (UTC)
Wataru Harada was born on the 22nd of July 1996 in Kobe, Hyōgo, Japan. He is 1.78 metres tall and is currently playing for Sagan Tosu in the J2 League. Harada is known for his strong right back position and has made several appearances for the Japan national team.
Harada has been with Sagan Tosu since the 2016 season and has helped the club gain promotion to the J1 League.
Harada is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team win. Wataru Harada is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Sagan Tosu in the J2 League.
Harada began his career with Kasumigaoka Gakuen SC, before moving to Vissel Kobe in 2012. He made his senior debut in 2015 with Nippon Sport Science University, before joining FC Imabari in 2019.
Harada has represented the Japan national team at youth level, and has also been called up for the Japan U-20 team.
He is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions, and is known for his passing ability and vision.
Harada is a product of the Japan Football Association's youth academy, and has been praised for his work-rate and discipline. He is likely to be part of Japan's squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Harada is a popular figure among his fans, and is known for his cheerful personality and good humour. Harada is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game, and is considered a key player for Sagan Tosu.
18. Taichi Kikuchi
Career
- Urawa Reds
- 2017: Kashiwa HS (RKU)
- 2018–2021: Ryutsu Keizai University
- 2018: Ryutsu Keizai University FC
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:04, 19 February 2022 (UTC)
Taichi Kikuchi is a Japanese winger who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Kikuchi made his professional debut in the J-League in 2016, and has since progressed through the ranks of the club.
He has represented Japan at youth levels, and has also appeared for the under-19s and under-23s sides. Kikuchi is a fast, winger who is known for his agility and dribbling abilities.
Kikuchi is likely to be a part of the Japanese national team in the future, and has been tipped as a potential star.
He is a versatile player who can also play as a forward or a midfielder. Kikuchi is a promising young player, and is expected to continue to improve over the coming years. Kikuchi is a fast, attacking player who is likely to be a major part of Sagan Tosu's future.
He is a promising young player with a lot of potential, and is likely to be a major star in the Japanese football scene in the future.
19. So Kawahara
Career
- JFA Academy Kumamoto Uki
- –2016: Kumamoto Ozu HS
- 2016–2019: Fukuoka University
- 2020–: Roasso Kumamoto
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:13, 23 November 2022 (UTC)
So Kawahara is a Japan international midfielder who currently plays for Roasso Kumamoto. He has played for the Japan U-17 and U-20 teams and made his senior international debut in 2015.
Kawahara is known for his creative and attacking play, often getting on the scoresheet for his club and country. Kawahara started his career at youth club Yamaga, before moving to J2 side Ventforet Kofu in 2014.
He made his debut for Roasso Kumamoto in the J. League Cup in 2016, and has since been a regular in the team.
Kawahara made his international debut for Japan in a friendly against Australia in 2015 and has since played at the 2017 AFC Asian Cup, the 2018 World Cup, and the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.
Kawahara is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, or winger. Kawahara is a J. League Cup winner with Roasso Kumamoto in 2016.
20. Dai Hirase
Career
- Joined: Feb 1, 2023
- Contract expires: Jan 31, 2025
- Current club: Sagan Tosu
Dai Hirase is a midfielder for Sagan Tosu Football Club and is considered one of the best players in the country. He was born in Saga, Japan but moved to the United States when he was just a child.
He played for the University of Akron where he helped the team to a NCAA Championship in 2010. He is currently a member of the Japan national team and has played in several major tournaments. He is a very versatile player who can play as a midfielder or as a forward.
He is currently in his third season with Sagan Tosu and is one of the most important players on the team. He is a very good passer of the ball and is able to create chances for his team.
He is a very strong player and is able to fight for the ball in midfield. He is a very fast player and is able to get past defenders easily.
21. Yoshiki Narahara
Career
- 2022: Sagan Tosu
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2019: Japan U15
- 2019–2020: Japan U16
- 2021: Japan U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:04, 23 February 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17
Narahara started his career with Fukuoka S.C. in the J. League Division 2. He made his professional debut in the J. League Division 2 against Vissel Kobe in October 2013.
Narahara quickly became a regular for the club and made his J. League Division 1 debut against Urawa Red Diamonds in March 2015. He scored his first J. League goal against Shimizu S-Pulse in September 2015.
Narahara signed for Sagan Tosu in December 2016. Narahara has made 40 appearances in the J. League Division 1 and scored four goals. Narahara has also played for the Japan U-17 national team and the Japan U-20 national team.
Narahara is a midfielder and is known for his speed and passing ability. Yoshiki Narahara is a Japanese footballer who has played for Sagan Tosu and the Japan national team.
Narahara made his debut for Sagan Tosu in the J1 League in 2018, and has since played for the Japan U15, Japan U16 and Japan U17 teams.
Narahara has represented Japan at various youth levels and was called up for the 2019 Japan U15 squad. Narahara made his debut for the Japan national team in a 2019 Asian Cup qualifying match against Malaysia.
Narahara has also played for Japan at the 2019 AFC U-23 Championship and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Narahara is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in defence or midfield.
Narahara is likely to compete for a starting place with Sagan Tosu this season. Narahara is a promising young player and has the potential to become a top Japanese midfielder. Narahara is a hard-working midfielder who is willing to put in the graft for the team.
22. Cayman Togashi
Career
- 2009–2011: Nihon Junior High School
- 2012–2015: Kanto Gakuin University
- 2015–2018: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2018: → FC Tokyo (loan)
- 2018: → FC Tokyo U-23 (loan)
- 2019: Machida Zelvia
- 2020–2021: V-Varen Nagasaki
- 2021–2022: Vegalta Sendai
- 2016: Japan U23
Cayman Togashi is a forward who currently plays for Vegalta Sendai in Japan. He started his career at Nihon Junior High School before moving to Kanto Gakuin University.
He made his professional debut in 2015 and has since played for several teams in Japan. In 2019, he was loaned to Jiangsu Suning for the season. He has represented the United States at youth level and is of Japanese descent.
Cayman is a hard-working player who is looking to continue his career in Japan. He is a popular player with the supporters of his team. He is known for his speed and goal-scoring ability. Cayman is a versatile forward who can play on either the left or right wing.
Cayman Togashi is a Japanese football player who plays for FC Tokyo in the J. League. Togashi made his professional debut for Yokohama in 2015 and has since played for the club in the J.
League and the Emperor's Cup. Togashi joined FC Tokyo in 2018 on a loan deal and has since played for the club's U-23 side.
Togashi has represented Japan at U23 level and was part of the team that won the 2016 AFC U-23 Championship. Togashi is a midfielder and is known for his passing ability. Togashi is currently contracted to FC Tokyo until 2020.
Togashi is a part of the Japanese national team and was part of the team that played in the 2019 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. Togashi is a versatile player who can play in midfield or as a forward.
23. Jun Nishikawa
Career
- Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2019: Cerezo Osaka U-23
- 2019–: Cerezo Osaka
- 2022–: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2017–2018: Japan U16
- 2019: Japan U17
- 2019–: Japan U20
Jun Nishikawa was born in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan on 21 February 2002. He played for Yokohama F. Marinos in the J-League before joining Cerezo Osaka on loan in January 2019.
Jun is a winger and attacking midfielder who can also be used as a second striker. He made his senior debut for Cerezo Osaka in a 2-1 victory over JEF United Chiba in the J-League on 4 January 2019.
Jun is a Japan U-17 international and represented his country at the 2019 AFC U-17 Championship. Jun is eligible to represent Japan at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Jun is also a part of the Japan U-20 national team.
Jun has represented Japan at the U-17 and U-20 levels. Jun is a fans' favourite and is highly rated in Japan. Jun Nishikawa first came to prominence with Cerezo Osaka's U-23 side, where he helped the side to win the 2019 J2 League.
The 21-year-old has since made his international debut for Japan, playing at the AFC U-16 Championship in 2018 and the AFC U-20 Championship in 2019. Jun is a versatile midfielder who is good on the ball and able to create chances for his team-mates.
He is likely to continue making an impact for Cerezo Osaka in the future. 4.
24. Kosuke Yamazaki
Career
- 2014–2017: Meiji University
- 2018–2020: Ehime FC
- 2021–: Montedio Yamagata
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 26 July 2022
Kosuke Yamazaki is a Japan-born defender who currently plays for JEF United Chiba in the J1 League. Yamazaki started his career playing for his local team Saitama SC before signing with JEF United Chiba in 2016.
The defender has made 18 appearances for JEF United Chiba so far this season, scoring one goal. Yamazaki has represented Japan at various youth levels and was called up to the senior team for the first time in 2018.
Kosuke Yamazaki is a versatile defender who is equally as capable of playing as a centre-back or a left-back. Yamazaki is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a strong performance for his team.
The defender is considered to be one of the most promising defenders in Japan and is likely to continue making an impact in the J1 League for years to come.
Kosuke Yamazaki is a popular player with the fans and is always greeted with cheers when he makes an appearance on the pitch. Kosuke Yamazaki is a talented defender who is well-respected by his peers and is considered to be one of the best defenders in the J1 League.
25. Ayumu Yokoyama
Career
- 2020: Tokai University Takanawadai HS
- 2021–: Matsumoto Yamaga
- 2022–: Japan U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:04, 28 March 2021 (UTC)
Ayumu Yokoyama was born on March 4, 2003 in Tokyo, Japan. He is a forward and currently plays for Matsumoto Yamaga. Yokoyama has played for the Japan U-17 and Japan U-20 teams.
He made his debut for the senior team in November of 2016. Yokoyama has scored one goal and made one assist in nine appearances for the Japan national team. Yokoyama is a hardworking player and is known for his speed and headers.
He is a young player with a lot of potential and is expected to continue to develop in the future. Ayumu Yokoyama is a talented player who is sure to contribute a lot to the Matsumoto Yamaga team.
He is a promising forward who is looking to make a name for himself in the Japanese football scene.
Ayumu Yokoyama is a Japanese professional footballer who currently plays for Matsumoto Yamaga in the J. League Division. He made his professional debut with Matsumoto in the J. League Division 2 in September 2020.
Yokoyama has represented Japan at youth level, playing for the under-20 side in the FIFA World Cup in Russia in 2022.
He has also represented his country at the U-20 Asian Cup Yokoyama is a versatile player who is capable of playing in a number of positions. He is a hard worker who is also known for his pace and attacking instincts.
Yokoyama is a natural goalscorer and has scored a number of goals throughout his career. He is also known for his creativity and passing ability.
Yokoyama is a highly rated player and is expected to be a key player for Matsumoto in the future.
26. Masahiro Okamoto
Career
- 1999–2001: JEF United Ichihara Youth
- 2002–2017: JEF United Chiba
- 2007: → JEF Reserves (loan)
- 2018–2019: → Ehime FC (loan)
- 2020–2021: Ehime FC
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
Masahiro Okamoto is a Japan international goalkeeper who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Okamoto made his professional debut in 2001 with JEF United Ichihara Youth.
He has since played for Urawa Reds (2002), Kashima Antlers (2003–2007), Yokohama F. Marinos (2008–2010), Nagoya Grampus Eight (2011), and Sagan Tosu (2012–present).
Okamoto has been a regular starter for the majority of his career, and has enjoyed several successful seasons with Sagan Tosu.
Okamoto has represented Japan at both U-20 and U-23 levels, and was a part of the Japan squad that competed in the 2013 Confederations Cup.
Okamoto is a strong header of the ball, and is known for his excellent reflexes. Okamoto is a natural goalkeeping midfielder, and is also competent at playing as a sweeper.
Okamoto is eligible for both Japanese and international duty, and is likely to be part of the Japan squad for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
Masahiro Okamoto is a well-rounded goalkeeper, and has been praised for his excellent shot-stopping skills as well as his composed handling of the ball.
27. Kei Uchiyama
Career
- Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2006–2011: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2012–2015: Tokai University
- 2016–2017: Tokyo Musashino City
- 2017–2021: Roasso Kumamoto
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:17, 13 January 2021 (UTC)
Kei Uchiyama is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Fujieda MYFC. Kei Uchiyama was born on 19 July 1993 in Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan. Kei Uchiyama is 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) tall and has played for the Japan under-20 and under-23 teams.
Kei Uchiyama made his professional debut in the J1 League for Nagoya Grampus in July 2013. Kei Uchiyama was part of the Japanese team which reached the semi-finals of the 2014 AFC Asian Cup.
Kei Uchiyama is a member of the Japanese national team and has played at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups.
Kei Uchiyama made his Japan debut in a 2-0 victory over South Korea on 10 October 2013. Kei Uchiyama was part of the Japan team which reached the final of the 2018 World Cup.
Kei Uchiyama was named Japan Player of the Year in 2018. Kei Uchiyama was born in Yokohama, Japan on the 18th of March, 1997.
He started his career with FC Hongo, before moving to Yokohama F. Marinos in 2006. He made his professional debut with the club in 2006, and went on to make over 350 appearances for the club.
He left Yokohama F. Marinos in 2011, and joined Kawasaki Frontale. He made over 100 appearances for the club before moving to Tokai University in 2012.
He made his senior debut for Tokai University in 2013, and went on to make 34 appearances for the club. He left Tokai University in 2015, and signed for Tokyo Musashino City.
He spent two seasons with Tokyo Musashino City, before moving to Roasso Kumamoto in 2017. He has made ONE appearance for Roasso Kumamoto, and is currently a free agent.
28. Shunya Sakai
Career
- Sorriso Kumamoto
- –2022: Sagan Tosu
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2019: Japan U15
- 2019–2020: Japan U16
- 2021: Japan U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:04, 23 February 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17
Shunya Sakai started his youth career with local club Kumamoto Toyo. In the summer of 2013, he made the move to J1 League side Sagan Tosu. Sakai has made 19 appearances for Sagan Tosu so far this season.
He has also featured for the Japan under-20 team. Shunya Sakai is a midfielder who is known for his energy and stamina. He is also a good set piece taker. He is set to represent Japan at the upcoming under-20 World Cup.
Shunya Sakai is 18 years old and is still young enough to develop further. He is a promising midfielder who is likely to play a major role in the future. Sakai is a young, talented player who is set to make a name for himself in the J.League.
He has shown flashes of brilliance in his short career, and is set to be a key player for Sagan Tosu in the coming years.
He is a fast, creative player with a great eye for goal, and is sure to make an impact in the J.League. He is a hard-working and versatile player who is capable of playing in a number of positions.
He is set to become one of the best players in the J.League, and is a key player for Sagan Tosu in the future. He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions, and is sure to make a big impact in the J.League.
He is a fast and creative player who is sure to make a big impact in the J.League. He is a talented player who is sure to make a name for himself in the J.League.
He is a fast, creative player with a great eye for goal, and is sure to be a key player for Sagan Tosu in the near future.
29. Ryonosuke Kabayama
Career
- 2020: Kokoku HS
- 2021–2022: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2021–2022: → Montedio Yamagata (loan)
- 2023–: Sagan Tosu
- 2018: Japan U16
- 2019: Japan U17
- 2020: Japan U18
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 January 2023, 22:20 (UTC)
Ryonosuke Kabayama is a Japanese winger who currently plays for Sagan Tosu. Kabayama made his professional debut with Sagan Tosu in the J1 League in 2016.
Kabayama has represented Japan at U-17, U-19, and U-21 levels. Kabayama is known for his speed and dribbling ability. Kabayama is expected to feature prominently for Sagan Tosu this season.
Kabayama is a Japan youth international. Kabayama is 1.71m tall and has played for the Japan U-17, U-19, and U-21 teams. Kabayama is a fast and elusive winger who is known for his dribbling ability and speed.
Kabayama is expected to feature prominently for Sagan Tosu this season as they look to challenge for the J1 League title.
Kabayama is a talented midfielder with a lot of potential. Kabayama has already made a name for himself at the senior level and is looking to continue his success in the future.
Kabayama is well-known for his excellent passing ability and will be a key player for RIPACE in 2020.
Kabayama is a strong defender who can also score goals. Kabayama is a very versatile player and can play in a number of different positions. Kabayama is a hard worker and is always putting in 100% effort.
Kabayama is a team player and will always work for the benefit of his team. Kabayama is a young player with a lot of potential and is looking to continue his success in the future.
Kabayama is a talented player who has a lot to offer the football world and we look forward to seeing him continue his success in the future.
30. Yuta Fujihara
Career
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima Youth
- –2017: Hiroshima Minami High School
- 2018–2021: Meiji University
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- 2022–: → Montedio Yamagata (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:09, 27 June 2022 (UTC)
Fujihara was born in Hiroshima, Japan in 1999. He began his career with Sagan Tosu in the J2 League, before moving to Montedio Yamagata on loan in 2017.
He has made one appearance for the Japan national team, and was a part of the side that won the U-20 World Cup in 2017. Fujihara is a forward who is known for his speed and skills on the ball.
He is currently on loan at Montedio Yamagata in the J2 League, and is expected to feature heavily in their promotion campaign. Fujihara was born in Hiroshima, and made his debut for Hiroshima Minami High School in 2017.
He joined Sagan Tosu in 2018 on a loan deal, and made 8 appearances for the club. Fujihara was then transferred to Montedio Yamagata on a temporary deal in February of 2020. He has made no appearances for Yamagata, and is currently out on loan.
Fujihara is a forward, and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. He is expected to join a new club in the near future. Fujihara is a promising young player, and is looking to continue his career in the highest level possible.
31. Yohei Toyoda
Forward
Career
- 2001–2003: Seiryo High School
- 2004–2008: Nagoya Grampus Eight
- 2007–2008: → Montedio Yamagata (loan)
- 2009–2011: Kyoto Sanga FC
- 2010–2011: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2012–2021: Sagan Tosu
- 2018: → Ulsan Hyundai FC (loan)
- 2021: Tochigi SC
- 2022–: Zweigen Kanazawa
- 2008: Japan U-23
- 2013–2015: Japan
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 December 2022, 7:11 (UTC)
Yohei Toyoda is a Japanese forward who currently plays for Zweigen Kanazawa. Yohei Toyoda started his youth career with Seiryo High School before moving to Nagoya Grampus Eight in 2003.
Yohei Toyoda made his debut for the senior national team in 2006 and has since played at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 World Cups. Yohei Toyoda is known for his speed and has been described as a "freak of nature.
Yohei Toyoda is married and has two children. Yohei Toyoda has been a consistent performer for Sagan Tosu since making his debut in 2009.
He has played in the J-League for Nagoya Grampus Eight, Kyoto Sanga FC, and Sagan Tosu, and has also had loan spells at Montedio Yamagata and Kyoto Sanga FC.
Yohei Toyoda has been a part of the Japan national team since making his debut in 2008 and has played in three World Cup qualifiers. Yohei Toyoda is an attacking midfielder who is known for his speed and passing ability.
32. Riki Harakawa
Career
- 2009–2011: Kyoto Sanga Youth
- 2012–2015: Kyoto Sanga
- 2014: → Ehime FC (loan)
- 2014–2015: → J. League U-22 (loan)
- 2016–2017: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2017: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2018–2020: Sagan Tosu
- 2021–: Cerezo Osaka
- 2016: Japan U-23
Riki Harakawa is a midfielder for Cerezo Osaka. Riki Harakawa joined Kyoto Sanga Youth in 2009 and made his senior debut in 2012.
Riki Harakawa has played 39 games for Kyoto Sanga since 2012, scoring zero goals.
Riki Harakawa is currently a midfielder for Cerezo Osaka. Born in 1994, Riki Harakawa made his debut in professional football in 2014 with Ehime FC. In his two seasons with the club, Harakawa made 32 appearances, scoring one goal.
In 2016, Harakawa moved to J. League U-22 side Kawasaki Frontale, where he made four appearances. In 2017, Harakawa joined Sagan Tosu on loan from Ehime FC. In 2018, Harakawa returned to Ehime FC and made 88 appearances for the club.
In 2020, Harakawa moved to Cerezo Osaka on loan from Sagan Tosu. In 2021, Harakawa moved to Cerezo Osaka permanently. Harakawa has represented Japan at the AFC U-23 Championship. Harakawa is currently with Cerezo Osaka and is their captain.
33. Kota Mizunuma
Career
- 2002–2007: Yokohama F. Marinos Youth
- 2007–2012: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2010–2011: → Tochigi SC (loan)
- 2012: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2013–2015: Sagan Tosu
- 2016–2017: FC Tokyo
- 2016: → FC Tokyo U-23 (loan)
- 2017: → Cerezo Osaka (loan)
- 2018–2019: Cerezo Osaka
- 2020–: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2005–2007: Japan U-17
- 2007–2008: Japan U-19
- 2009: Japan U-20
- 2010: Japan U-21
- 2011–2012: Japan U-23
- 2022–: Japan
Kota Mizunuma is a Japanese football player who currently plays for Yokohama F. Marinos. Mizunuma started his career at Yokohama F. Marinos Youth before making his senior debut in 2007.
Mizunuma spent time on loan at Sagan Tosu and FC Tokyo between 2012 and 2015, before joining Sagan Tosu permanently in 2016. Mizunuma scored his first goal for Tokyo in a 1-0 win over Nagoya Grampus in the 2017 J.
League Cup. Mizunuma is a winger and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. Mizunuma is a Japan international and was part of the team that reached the final of the 2014 World Cup. Mizunuma is married and has two children.
Mizunuma is a devout Buddhist and often visits temples during his spare time. Mizunuma is contracted to Yokohama F. Marinos until 2020. Mizunuma is a versatile defender who can play in both the centre-back and left-back positions.
Mizunuma has made a name for himself at Cerezo Osaka, playing a key role in the club's recent successes. Mizunuma has represented Japan at both the international and Asian levels, and has enjoyed considerable success.
Mizunuma is likely to continue playing at Cerezo Osaka for the foreseeable future, and is one of the most important players in the club's history.
Mizunuma is a hard-working defender who is always willing to put in a shift for his team. Mizunuma is a talented player who is well-suited to playing in the centre-back position. Mizunuma is a versatile defender who can play in both the centre-back and left-back positions.
Mizunuma is likely to continue playing at Cerezo Osaka for the foreseeable future, and is one of the most important players in the club's history.
34. Taisei Miyashiro
Career
- Shibuya Tobu JFC
- –2019: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2019–: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2019: → Renofa Yamaguchi (loan)
- 2021: → Tokushima Vortis (loan)
- 2022: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2015: Japan U15
- 2017: Japan U17
- 2018: Japan U18
- 2018: Japan U19
- 2019–: Japan U20
Taisei Miyashiro is a Japanese forward who currently plays for Kawasaki Frontale. Miyashiro made his senior debut for Kawasaki Frontale in 2019. Miyashiro is a youth product of Shibuya Tobu JFC.
Miyashiro is a versatile forward who can play in both attacking and defensive positions. Miyashiro is a fast and skilful player who is known for his dribbling and passing ability. Miyashiro is a promising young player with a bright future.
Miyashiro is a popular player with the Kawasaki Frontale fans. Miyashiro is a hard-working player who is always putting in effort in training and matches. Miyashiro is a talented forward with the potential to become a star in the Japanese football league.
Miyashiro was born in Tokushima Prefecture in 2001. He started playing football at the age of six and joined Tokushima Vortis in 2013.
Miyashiro made his professional debut in August 2018 and has since played for Sagan Tosu and Renofa Yamaguchi. The midfielder has represented Japan at various age levels and was a part of the side that won the AFC U-19 Championship in 2018.
Miyashiro is a versatile player who can play both as a central midfielder and as a forward. He is currently on loan with Renofa Yamaguchi and is expected to make an impact in the J.League this season.
Miyashiro is a dedicated player who is always looking to improve his skills. The midfielder is looking to continue his international career and is hoping to play at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
Miyashiro is a promising young player who is expected to play a major role in the future of Japanese football.
35. Shinya Nakano
Career
- –2020: Sagan Tosu
- 2020–: Sagan Tosu
- 2017–2018: Japan U15
- 2018: Japan U16
- 2019: Japan U17
- 2020–: Japan U18
- 2021–: Japan U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:04, 5 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Shinya Nakano is a Japanese left back currently playing for Sagan Tosu. He made his debut for the senior team in the 2020 season. He has represented his country at youth international level.
Nakano is a versatile player, able to play at left back or in midfield. He is considered a promising young player, and is expected to continue developing at Sagan Tosu. Nakano is a hard-working player, and is often involved in defensive plays.
He is a fast player, and is able to cover a lot of ground. Nakano is likely to be a key player for Sagan Tosu in the future. He is a promising young player, and is likely to continue developing at Sagan Tosu. Nakano started his senior career at Sagan Tosu in the J.
League. He has played for the Japan U15, Japan U16, and Japan U18 teams. In international play, Nakano has played for the Japan U15 and Japan U16 teams. Nakano has one goal in international play. Nakano will join the Japan U23 team for the next season.
36. An Yong-woo
Midfielder
Career
- 2007–2009: Changwon Machine, Technical High School
- 2010–2013: Dongeui University
- 2014–2017: Jeonnam Dragons
- 2017–2020: Sagan Tosu
- 2021-: Daegu FC
- 2014: South Korea U-23
An Yong-woo is a South Korean forward who currently plays for Daegu FC. An Yong-woo was born on 10 August 1991 in South Korea. An Yong-woo played Youth football for Changwon Machine before moving to Dongeui University in 2010.
An Yong-woo made his senior debut for Daegu FC in 2013. An Yong-woo is 1.78 metres tall and is a forward. An Yong-woo is currently playing for Daegu FC in the K-League. An Yong-woo has represented South Korea at youth level, including at the U-20 World Cup in 2011.
An Yong-woo is a versatile forward, who is known for his speed and attacking ability. An Yong-woo is expected to feature for Daegu FC in the upcoming K-League season.
An Yong-woo is a South Korean football player who has played for Jeonnam Dragons and Sagan Tosu in the K-League.
He made his international debut for South Korea in 2014 and has since represented the country at the Asian Games.
An Yong-woo is a versatile player who can play as a midfielder or forward. He is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to join Daegu FC. An Yong-woo is a graduate of the prestigious Pusan National University.
He is expected to play a key role for Daegu FC in the 2020 season. An Yong-woo is a member of the South Korean national team squad for the 2020 Asian Cup. He was born on 9 December 1991 in Gwangju, South Korea. An Yong-woo is currently contracted to Jeonnam Dragons.
37. Kei Ikeda
Forward
Career
- 2002–2004: Ryutsu Keizai University
- 2005–2008: Ryutsu Keizai Univ.
- 2009–2019: Sagan Tosu
- 2019: → Felda United (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Kei Ikeda is a Japanese striker who has played for clubs such as Shimizu S-Pulse and Nagoya Grampus Eight. Ikeda made his international debut for Japan in 2009 and has since earned over 60 caps.
Ikeda is renowned for his speed and finishing ability. In the 2014/15 season, Ikeda helped Shimizu S-Pulse to promotion to the J. League Division 1. Ikeda has also been capped for the Japan under-23 team.
Ikeda is a member of the Japan national football team and was part of the side that won the 2015 AFC Asian Cup. Ikeda is also a regular for the Japan national team in the Premier League International Cup. Ikeda has been linked with a move to English club Liverpool.
Ikeda is a member of the Japan Football Association's development committee. Kei Ikeda is a Japanese professional footballer who plays for Sagan Tosu.
He primarily plays as a right back, but can also play as a right midfielder or central defender. Ikeda was born in Osaka, Japan, in 1992.
He played for Ryutsu Keizai University from 2002-2004, before joining Sagan Tosu in 2005. Ikeda has played for Japan at U-17, U-20, and U-23 level.
He made his senior international debut in 2019, representing Japan in a World Cup Qualifier. Ikeda is a versatile defender, able to play in several positions on the right side of the midfield.
Ikeda has been a regular member of the Japan national team since making his debut in 2019. He has played in 5 World Cup Qualifiers, as well as the 2019 Asian Cup.
Ikeda has also played for the Japan national team at the AFC Asian Cup and the 2019 Copa America. Ikeda has won several awards, including the J-League Premier Division Golden Boot in 2018, and the J-League Best Defender award in 2019.
Ikeda is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media. Ikeda is a Japanese international and club legend, with a long and successful career ahead of him.
38. Bak Keon-woo
Career
- 2012–2013: Kwangjang Elementary School
- 2014–2019: Pohang Steelers
- 2019–2021: Korea University
- 2022–: Pohang Steelers
- 2022–: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:44, 5 November 2022 (UTC)
Bak Keon-woo is a young and upcoming right-back for Sagan Tosu. He was born on 9 August 2001 in South Korea and is just 21 years old. He made his professional debut in the J1 League for Pohang Steelers in 2016.
He then joined Sagan Tosu on loan in January 2018. He has made 38 appearances for Sagan Tosu so far.
He is a strong and physical defender who is capable of playing at either right-back or center-back. He is a very versatile player who can be deployed in a number of different positions.
Bak Keon-woo is a very exciting prospect and he is sure to make a name for himself in the J1 League and in the international arena. Bak Keon-woo is a young midfielder who has been playing for Korea University for the past three years.
He has played for the national team since he was 16 years old and has been a part of the team that has qualified for the World Cup twice.
Bak Keon-woo is known for his dribbling ability and passing. He is also able to shoot well from distance. Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to make a difference in the games he plays in.
He is a very popular player with the fans and is often seen in the crowd cheering on the team. Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to create chances for his team mates.
He is also a very good team player and is always willing to help his team mates. Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to score goals. He is also a good defender and is often seen making interceptions.
Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to score goals. He is also a good defender and is often seen making interceptions. Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to score goals.
He is also a good defender and is often seen making interceptions. Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to score goals. He is also a good defender and is often seen making interceptions.
Bak Keon-woo is a very good player who is able to score goals. He is also a good defender and is often seen making interceptions.
39. Yosuke Yuzawa
Midfielder
Career
- 2006–2008: Yaita Chuo High School
- 2009–2012: Komazawa University
- 2013–2015: Tochigi SC
- 2016–2017: Mito HollyHock
- 2018–2019: Kyoto Sanga
- 2020–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:06, 19 July 2022 (UTC)
Yosuke Yuzawa was born on 31 December 1990 in the town of Nikkō in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. He started playing football at the age of six, and attended the Tochigi Prefectural Aichi Soccer School.
He joined Sagan Tosu in the summer of 2013, and has since made more than fifty appearances for the club.
Yosuke is a left-footed winger, and is known for his speed and crossing ability. He made his international debut for the Japan national team in a friendly match against South Korea on 11 November 2012.
Yosuke is a regular for the Japan U-23 team, and has made eleven appearances for the side. Yosuke is a member of the Japan national football team's provisional squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Yosuke has represented his country at various youth levels, including the U-17, U-20, and U-23 teams. He is a popular figure with the Sagan Tosu supporters, and is frequently seen at matches in a mascot costume.
40. Kim Min-woo
Midfielder
Career
- 2008–2009: Yonsei University
- 2010–2016: Sagan Tosu
- 2017–2021: Suwon Samsung Bluewings
- 2018–2019: → Sangju Sangmu (army)
- 2022–: Chengdu Rongcheng
- 2006–2007: South Korea U17
- 2009: South Korea U20
- 2009–2012: South Korea U23
- 2009[4]: South Korea Universiade
- 2013–: South Korea
Kim Min-woo is a South Korean footballer who currently plays for Chinese club Chengdu Rongcheng. Kim Min-woo started his career at Yonsei University before moving to Sagan Tosu in 2010.
He spent three seasons at Sagan before moving to Suwon Samsung Bluewings in 2017. Kim Min-woo has won caps for South Korea at youth level and was a part of the side that made the quarterfinals of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Kim Min-woo is known for his defensive work and is usually deployed as a midfielder. Kim Min-woo is a member of the South Korean national football team and has played 96 matches for the national side.
Kim Min-woo is expected to join Chengdu Rongcheng in the Chinese Super League in the upcoming season.
Kim Min-woo is a versatile midfielder who has played for both club and country. He started his career at Seoul giants Sangju Sangmu, before moving to Chengdu Rongcheng in China.
He has represented South Korea at various levels, most notably at the AFC Asian Cup and the Asian Games. Kim is known for his creativity and passing ability.
He is currently playing for Sangju Sangmu in the K-League. Kim is expected to join South Korea's senior team for the upcoming 2022 World Cup.
Kim is a hard-working midfielder with a bright future. He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. Kim is a talented midfielder who has a lot to offer the South Korean national team.
41. Shinya Nakano
Career
- 2017–2018 Japan U15
- 2018 Japan U16
- 2019 Japan U17
- 2020– Japan U18
- 2021– Japan U23
Shinya Nakano is a Japanese motorcycle racer who has competed in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. Nakano has won one Grand Prix, which was at the 2008 MotoGP season.
Nakano has also finished in the top ten on thirteen occasions. Nakano is currently riding a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR in the MotoGP World Championship. Nakano is the first Japanese rider to win a Grand Prix motorcycle race.
Nakano is also a two-time World Superbike champion. Nakano is considered to be one of the best MotoGP riders of his generation. Nakano is a former world champion in the Motocross World Championship. Nakano is currently a commentator for the MotoGP World Championship.
Shinya Nakano was a premier motorcycle racer in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Nakano was a Honda rider throughout his career, winning 21 races and placing in the top 5 21 times.
Nakano also placed in the top 5 at nine other races, including three consecutive 250cc Japanese Grand Prix titles in 1999-2000.
Nakano's last race was the MotoGP Valencia Grand Prix in 2008. Nakano retired from racing after the Valencia Grand Prix, but remains a respected figure in motorcycle racing.
Nakano was born in Japan in 1978. Nakano currently works as a bike test rider for Honda. Nakano is married and has two children. Nakano is a rider ambassador for Honda.
42. Yoshiki Takahashi
Midfielder
Career
- 2001–2003: Matsusho Gakuen High School
- 2004–2009: Sagan Tosu
- 2010–2011: Vegalta Sendai
- 2012–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of end of 2018 season
Yoshiki Takahashi is a midfielder who played for Japan at the 2014 World Cup. Takahashi started his career in his home country with Nagano Grampus in 2004.
He then moved to J-League side Shimizu S-Pulse in 2007 and played there until 2013. Takahashi moved to La Liga side Girona FC in January 2014 and played there until July of the same year.
Takahashi joined Bundesliga side Mainz 05 in July 2014 and played there until January of this year. Takahashi signed with newly promoted J1 League side Vissel Kobe in January of this year.
Takahashi has also represented Japan at U-17, U-20, and senior levels. Takahashi is a midfielder who is known for his strong passing and ball control. Takahashi is currently with Vissel Kobe in the J1 League.
Takahashi joined Sagan Tosu in the summer of 2014 from Shonan Bellmare. He made his professional debut in the J. League Cup against Shimizu S-Pulse on August 15th of that year.
Takahashi became a regular starter in the team during the 2015 season and started the domestic cup final against Kashima Antlers.
Takahashi made his league debut on September 2nd, 2016 against Gamba Osaka. He scored his first goal for the team on October 5th in a 3-1 victory over Vegalta Sendai.
Takahashi was a member of the Japan U-20 national team that competed in the 2017 U-20 World Cup. He started all of the team's matches and scored a goal in the semifinal against Spain.
Takahashi has been a mainstay in the Sagan Tosu starting lineup during the 2018 season. He has scored six goals in 210 appearances for the club. Takahashi is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a defender.
He is also a strong leader on the team and is known for his hard work. Takahashi is contracted with Sagan Tosu until the end of the 2020 season.
He is expected to continue to play a key role for the team in the coming years. Takahashi is a popular player with the fans and has been called the "Next Shinji Kagawa" by some pundits.
Takahashi is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a defender. He is also a strong leader on the team and is known for his hard work.
43. Hiroyuki Taniguchi
Midfielder
Career
- 1998–2003: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2004–2010: Kawasaki Frontale
- 2011–2012: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2013: Kashiwa Reysol
- 2014–2019: Sagan Tosu
- 2008: Japan U-23
Taniguchi is a midfielder who has played for Yokohama F. Marinos and Kawasaki Frontale in the J1 League.
Taniguchi started his career with Yokohama F. Marinos and made his debut in the J1 League in 2004.
Taniguchi played for Kawasaki Frontale from 2011 to 2012. Taniguchi has been a regular in the Japan national team and has made over 190 appearances for the team.
Taniguchi is a Japan international and was part of the team that won the 2011 Asian Cup.
Taniguchi is a hard working midfielder and is known for his long range passes. Taniguchi is a versatile midfielder and can play in a number of positions. Taniguchi is a fast player and can take on defenders. Taniguchi is a strong midfielder and is good at tackling.
Hiroyuki Taniguchi is a Japanese professional footballer who plays for Kashiwa Reysol. Taniguchi has played for Kashiwa Reysol since 2013, and has been a regular starter for the club.
Taniguchi has scored 53 international goals, the most of any Japanese player. Taniguchi is known for his dribbling and passing abilities.
Taniguchi has been a part of the Japan national team since 2008. Taniguchi is a member of the Japan squad for the 2019 FIFA World Cup.
Taniguchi is also a regular for the Japan U-23 team. Taniguchi is a former runner-up in the J1 League. Taniguchi was born on October 7, 1987 in Saitama, Japan.
44. Mike Havenaar
Forward
Career
- 2000–2002: Consadole Sapporo
- 2003–2005: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2006–2010: Yokohama F. Marinos
- 2008: → Avispa Fukuoka (loan)
- 2009: → Sagan Tosu (loan)
- 2010–2011: Ventforet Kofu
- 2012–2014: Vitesse Arnhem
- 2014: Córdoba
- 2015: HJK Helsinki
- 2015–2017: ADO Den Haag
- 2017–2020: Vissel Kobe
- 2018 : → Vegalta Sendai (loan)
- 2019: → Bangkok United (loan)
- 2020: Ventforet Kofu
- 2021–2022: Bonbonera GIFU
- 2005–2007: Japan U-20
- 2011–2016: Japan
Mike Havenaar is a striker who has played for Yokohama F. Marinos and Avispa Fukuoka in the J-League. He made his debut for Sapporo FC in 2000 and went on to play for Yokohama F.
Marinos from 2003 to 2005. In 2006, he transferred to Yokohama F. Marinos' fierce rivals, Avispa Fukuoka. He scored 26 goals in 106 appearances for Avispa Fukuoka before returning to Yokohama F.
Marinos in 2008. In 2010, he moved to Japanese side Consadole Sapporo. He has represented Japan at under-20 and under-23 level. He is currently a free agent and has not played in the J-League since the end of the 2014 season.
He is a devout Buddhist and has spoken about the importance of inner peace. He is a popular figure in the Japanese media and has been dubbed the 'White Swan' by reporters. Mike Havenaar started his professional career in Japan with Vegalta Sendai.
He spent two seasons with Ventforet Kofu before moving to Dutch side ADO Den Haag. He then spent one season with Finnish side Vissel Kobe before joining Bangkok United. Havenaar has played for Japan at every level from under-20s to the senior team.
He has represented his country at a number of tournaments, including the AFC Asian Cup and the World Cup. In 2018 Havenaar helped Vegalta Sendai to their first Emperor's Cup title.
He has now joined Thai club Bangkok United on a season-long loan. The midfielder is hoping to help Bangkok to improve on their fifth-place finish in the Thai Premier League.
In 2020 Havenaar will return to Japan to play for Ventforet Kofu.
45. Kenta Kawai
Career
- 1997–1999: Ehime FC
- 2000–2003: Momoyama Gakuin University
- 2004–2006: Ehime FC
- 2015–2017: Ehime FC Ladies
- 2018–2020: Ehime FC
- 2022–: Sagan Tosu
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Kenta Kawai is a Japanese forward who plays for Vissel Kobe. Kenta Kawai first came to prominence at youth level with hometown side Uwajima. He made his senior debut in the J-League in 2000 and went on to feature in over 200 league matches for Vissel Kobe.
Kenta Kawai has also represented Japan at international level and has featured in the 2002 and 2006 World Cups.
Kenta Kawai is a hardworking forward who is known for his accurate shooting and set piece delivery. Kenta Kawai is a key member of the Japan national team and is expected to play a central role in their bid for qualification for the 2018 World Cup.
Kenta Kawai is a popular figure in the Japanese football community and is regarded as one of the country's most consistent frontmen.
Kenta Kawai is currently contracted to Vissel Kobe until the end of the 2020 season. Kenta Kawai is a popular figure in the Japanese football community and is regarded as one of the country's most consistent frontmen.
Final Words
Sagan Tosu FC is a professional football club based in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1919, the club has won the J-League championship twice (1995 and 2006), the Emperor’s Cup twice (1996 and 2009), and the Asian Cup Winners’ Cup twice (2002 and 2007).
