 Sportswriter Born in 1982 in Toyama Prefecture. Graduated from Seijo University, Faculty of Literature and Arts, Department of Fine Arts, and has been working as a sports writer since 2006. He has been working as a sportswriter since 2006, mainly covering rugby. He is the author of "Sunwolves no Chosen, Super Rugby: Tsuyouru Wolves no Kiroku" (Sunwolves' Challenge, Super Rugby: Record of the Fighting Wolves) published by Futabasha.

 Kazuya Mukai

 Kyodo News

 Shota Horie, who played 76 games for Japan's national team, the sixth most in his career, lost in the League One final and failed to win his last active game. Because he was willing to work behind the scenes from the time when he was a nobody, he continued to be needed by the team.

Embracing Behind-the-Scenes Roles as a Student Coach in the Teikyo University Era of Former Japan National Rugby Team Member Shota Horie&#8217;s Life

 Kyodo News (1st photo) Jiji Press (3rd photo)

 Tsuneyasu Miyamoto, two-time captain of Japan's national soccer team at the World Cup, became president of the Japan Football Association in April. Amid whispers of a lack of a chief strategist, a man is said to be in the running to join the cabinet.

Despite Past &#8216;Unofficial Bans&#8217;. New JSA Chairman Tsuneyasu Miyamoto&#8217;s Realistic Appointment of Hidetoshi Nakata, Known for Enjoying Sake

 Born in Saitama Prefecture in 1975. Started covering soccer in 2001, and became a writer in 2003 when she covered the World Youth Cup (now U-20 World Cup) in the UAE. Currently resides in Düsseldorf, Germany, where he has lived since March 11, 2011.

 Miko Ryokai

 Shinji Okazaki, who scored 50 goals for Japan's national soccer team, the third most in his career, has announced his retirement. He was so unknown that "when I joined the team, I thought I would be fired after one year," he said. His mentor tells us all about it.

Former Japanese Representative Shinji Okazaki&#8217;s Mentor Unveils Reasons for 19 Years of Continued Success

 Kyodo News (1st and 6th photos)

 Tsuneyasu Miyamoto, the former captain of Japan's national team for the past two consecutive World Cups, is set to become the next president of the Japan Football Association (JFA). However, JFA officials are said to be horrified at the prospect of the 46-year-old taking over the top job. What is the reason for this? ......

Former national team captain Tsuneyasu Miyamoto to become the next president of the Japan Football Association.

 Hiroyuki Komatsu Afro (game)

 Special Read】 "I still dream of a dream where we both pass the ball and Kazu scores at the end. ......" The man who carried the number "10" for Japan's national team reveals what he can only reveal now.

 It has been 30 years since the "Doha Tragedy. The man who carried the number "10" for Japan's national team, Rui Ramos, makes a shocking confession. What are his words to Moriyasu, who was in tears with Ramos in Doha, and to the players of the national team?

30 Years After the &#8220;Doha Tragedy,&#8221; Ruy Ramos Still Dreams About Winning

 On August 15, it was announced that Brazilian international star Neymar will join Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal. It is said that the trend of big names "moving to Saudi Arabia" will not stop in the future. We followed up on the background of this trend.

C. Ronaldo, Neymar&#8230;Saudi Arabia&#8217;s Deep Reason for &#8220;Bombing&#8221; the World&#8217;s Top Soccer Players

 The Women's World Cup Soccer Tournament will be held in Australia and New Zealand starting on March 20, and although there are high expectations for Nadeshiko Japan, the 2011 champions, NHK will no longer broadcast the game on terrestrial broadcasting, which had been tentatively scheduled. NHK, however, is said to be relieved.

Nadeshiko Japan to be Broadcast on Terrestrial Wave? Why NHK is &#8220;relieved to see the disappearance&#8221; of the NHK broadcast

 The Japan Football Association (hereinafter referred to as "JFA") recently signed a major partner agreement with All Nippon Airways (hereinafter referred to as "ANA"). ANA will provide support for all categories of the national team, as well as for player and referee training, and for the development of the national soccer team.

Japan Football Association switches from JAL to ANA after more than 20 years of support from Dentsu

 Kaoru Watanabe (1st photo) Sponichi/Afro (2nd photo)

 Playing for Borussia Monchengladbach in Germany's first division from the spring, a simple, good-looking young man shows a quiet fighting spirit.

 I wanted to be an active player overseas since I was a child. So I was happy when I got the offer," said Shio Fukuda, 18, a junior at Kamimura Gakuen High School (Kagoshima), with an innocent smile on his face. A strong fi

I want to help Japan win the World Cup in four years. Special Interview with Shi-Oh Fukuda

 Hajime Moriyasu, who coached Japan to a World Cup victory over past champions Germany and Spain in Qatar last year, was announced as the new coach less than three weeks after the tournament ended, and the Japan Football Association (JFA) has announced that he will continue to coach Japan until the 2026 World Cup.

All-Japanese Coach for the Second Moriyasu Japan: The Association Wanted to Bring Forward the Schedule to Continue the Coaching of Moriyasu&#8217;s Japan, &#8220;Due to the Wallet Situation

 The World Cup Soccer Tournament in Qatar ended with Argentina's first victory in 36 years. Japan's national team, Moriyasu Japan, made a great comeback, but the next World Cup in 2026 (co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico) is expected to be a great success.

China to Play Leading Role in 2026 Soccer World Cup in North America!　The &#8220;Money Situation&#8221; Behind the Surprising Prediction

 Captain Maya Yoshida dines with acquaintances, holding a bouquet of flowers. The banquet was attended by volunteer members, including Kozo Tajima, chairman of the Japan Football Association.

 Oi!　Hey!　Oi! The sound of men's voices echoed through the quiet residential area of Shibuya Ward. The source of the noise was a nearby upscale Italian restaurant. Inside the restaurant are the members of the Moriyasu Japan team, who have returned to Japan after a hard-fought match. On December 8, the team was in the restaurant.

Gonda, coach Moriyasu, and chairman Tajima were also present&#8230;Moriyasu Japan held a &#8220;World Cup Launch&#8221; and photographed a &#8220;tipsy night.

 The World Cup has come to an end with Argentina's victory. The final, which is said to be the best in history, and the best-of-eight matches after that were hotly contested and high-level, making Japan's elimination from the last 16 seem justifiable. In particular, Croatia, whom Japan defeated in the quarterfinals in Brazil

Moriyasu praises &#8220;Takumi Minamino, No. 10&#8221; and what should we think of him?

 JMPA representative photo by Chikara Takasu Afro

 FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Behind the great strides made by the national teams of each country, there were beautiful supporters who continued to cheer them on!

 The World Cup in Qatar has come to an end. Many dramas were created, such as Japan's great advance in the "Group of Death" and Morocco's first appearance in the top four by an African team, but there were also beautiful supporters who continued to send their support in Qatar. ......

Japan, Germany, Spain, Croatia&#8230; &#8220;Too beautiful supporters&#8221; who watched the World Cup

 Yukihiro Kodama

 Masakazu Yoshiba (1st photo)

 Japan's national soccer coach Hajime Moriyasu's third son, Riku, a university student, is currently studying in Australia. His eldest son, Shohei, and second son, Keigo, are popular YouTubers with over 230,000 registered users.

 Thanks for your hard work, Dad. The Japan national soccer team returned home after defeating past World Cup champions Germany and Spain, although they missed the top eight for the first time in their history. The team missed the last eight for the first time in its history, but it did beat past World Cup winners Germany and Spain, and coach Hajime Moriyasu is now back in Japan.

When he struggles, he gives his son a heartless DM&#8230;&#8230;Moriyasu&#8217;s Third Son Reveals: &#8220;Dad during the World Cup

 Naoki Morita/Afro Sports

 Moriyasu Japan created a sensation at the World Cup by defeating Germany and Spain in Group E, the "group of death. However, the team's elimination from the tournament just short of its target of reaching the last eight has drawn attention to the departure of its coach...

Hajime Moriyasu&#8217;s Successor is Worse than the &#8220;Fanatical Fans&#8221;: Japan Football Association&#8217;s &#8220;Flip-Flop&#8221;.

 Japan's national soccer team faces Croatia in the quarterfinals, and Maya Yoshida, who has been captain since the 2018 World Cup in Russia after taking over from Makoto Hasebe (now at Frankfurt), leads the way for Dainichi Maeda's first goal in the first 43 minutes.

Maya Yoshida&#8217;s Life: &#8220;I Want to Give Dreams to Children&#8221; &#8211; Maya Yoshida Never Ran Away from Criticism

 Japan's national soccer team faced Croatia to advance to the quarterfinals of the World Cup for the first time in their history, and after the score remained 1-1 until extra time, the game went to a penalty shootout. The Japanese goalkeeper stopped three penalties and the team lost the game, but the first goal was scored by Dainichi Maeda in the 43rd minute of the first half.

Missing the top 8 for the first time in history, but getting the first point, Maeda Dairiki&#8217;s &#8220;blank year&#8221;.

 Moriyasu Japan beat Spain, considered a superior team, at the World Cup to advance to the last 16 as the league leader. Prime Minister Kishida made a "direct call" to the coach who accomplished such a feat, but he posted it on his Twitter account...

Prime Minister Kishida&#8217;s Twitter post on &#8220;Direct Message to World Cup Coach Moriyasu&#8221; is a popular response.

 The Qatar World Cup is in full swing. Group E, which includes Spain, Germany, Costa Rica, and Japan, is considered the "group of death," and according to preliminary reports, it has been said that it would be difficult for Japan to qualify. However, after their first match against the mighty Germans, Japan's chances of qualifying were slim to none.

The world rejoices at the sudden appearance of &#8220;too beautiful Japanese soccer fans&#8221;&#8230;!

 Takuma Asano, who scored the game-winning goal against Germany in the first round of the World Cup, is the owner of a high-end bread store in his hometown of Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture. His older brother, Shohei, who bakes bread every day as the store manager, has a long history of

Takuma Asano&#8217;s &#8220;Family Love&#8221; photo &#8211; Gorasso against Germany!

 On November 23, Japan's national soccer team won the World Cup with a comfortable victory over the superior Germany. While the Japanese people were celebrating, a member of the Communist Party of Japan tweeted, "I can't say I'm happy that Japan won.

Communist Party Members of Congress Speak Cold Water on Japan&#8217;s World Cup Victory, but Criticism is a &#8220;Block Festival

 Yuri Adachi (Honda), Afro (Tulio)

 The Japanese archipelago heated up with the Soccer World Cup, which was won by the superior German team. In the midst of all this, former soccer players have been appearing on many TV programs and providing commentary...

Keisuke Honda and Tulio: Soccer World Cup &#8220;commentators&#8221; are changing generations as well as players

 Japan's national soccer team, participating in its seventh consecutive World Cup, scored a historic 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Germany, the four-time champions of the tournament. Ritsu Doan, who scored the equalizer midway through the second half of the game, revealed in a past interview with this magazine that he was not as bullish as he usually is.

Ritsu Doan&#8217;s true feelings about his equalizer against Germany at the World Cup

 Soichi Hayashi

 Koji Watanabe

 Special Interview Japan National Soccer Team Goalkeeper Feeding Japan's offense and defense with his 197 cm height and former volleyball skills

 Schmidt-Daniel's stock is soaring in the run-up to the World Cup. What was on Schmidt's mind as he prepared for the final Moriyasu Japan training match against Ecuador on September 27, when he started and made a series of good saves?

#soccer_world_cup

Embracing Behind-the-Scenes Roles as a Student Coach in the Teikyo University Era of Former Japan National Rugby Team Member Shota Horie’s Life

Despite Past ‘Unofficial Bans’. New JSA Chairman Tsuneyasu Miyamoto’s Realistic Appointment of Hidetoshi Nakata, Known for Enjoying Sake

Former Japanese Representative Shinji Okazaki’s Mentor Unveils Reasons for 19 Years of Continued Success

Former national team captain Tsuneyasu Miyamoto to become the next president of the Japan Football Association.

30 Years After the “Doha Tragedy,” Ruy Ramos Still Dreams About Winning

C. Ronaldo, Neymar…Saudi Arabia’s Deep Reason for “Bombing” the World’s Top Soccer Players

Nadeshiko Japan to be Broadcast on Terrestrial Wave? Why NHK is “relieved to see the disappearance” of the NHK broadcast

Japan Football Association switches from JAL to ANA after more than 20 years of support from Dentsu

I want to help Japan win the World Cup in four years. Special Interview with Shi-Oh Fukuda

All-Japanese Coach for the Second Moriyasu Japan: The Association Wanted to Bring Forward the Schedule to Continue the Coaching of Moriyasu’s Japan, “Due to the Wallet Situation

China to Play Leading Role in 2026 Soccer World Cup in North America!　The “Money Situation” Behind the Surprising Prediction

Gonda, coach Moriyasu, and chairman Tajima were also present…Moriyasu Japan held a “World Cup Launch” and photographed a “tipsy night.

Moriyasu praises “Takumi Minamino, No. 10” and what should we think of him?

Japan, Germany, Spain, Croatia… “Too beautiful supporters” who watched the World Cup

When he struggles, he gives his son a heartless DM……Moriyasu’s Third Son Reveals: “Dad during the World Cup

Hajime Moriyasu’s Successor is Worse than the “Fanatical Fans”: Japan Football Association’s “Flip-Flop”.

Maya Yoshida’s Life: “I Want to Give Dreams to Children” – Maya Yoshida Never Ran Away from Criticism

Missing the top 8 for the first time in history, but getting the first point, Maeda Dairiki’s “blank year”.

Prime Minister Kishida’s Twitter post on “Direct Message to World Cup Coach Moriyasu” is a popular response.

The world rejoices at the sudden appearance of “too beautiful Japanese soccer fans”…!

Takuma Asano’s “Family Love” photo – Gorasso against Germany!

Communist Party Members of Congress Speak Cold Water on Japan’s World Cup Victory, but Criticism is a “Block Festival

Keisuke Honda and Tulio: Soccer World Cup “commentators” are changing generations as well as players

Ritsu Doan’s true feelings about his equalizer against Germany at the World Cup

Schmidt Daniel, Japan national team goalkeeper: “What Kawashima-san doesn’t have, I have

#soccer_world_cup

Embracing Behind-the-Scenes Roles as a Student Coach in the Teikyo University Era of Former Japan National Rugby Team Member Shota Horie’s Life

Despite Past ‘Unofficial Bans’. New JSA Chairman Tsuneyasu Miyamoto’s Realistic Appointment of Hidetoshi Nakata, Known for Enjoying Sake

Former Japanese Representative Shinji Okazaki’s Mentor Unveils Reasons for 19 Years of Continued Success

Former national team captain Tsuneyasu Miyamoto to become the next president of the Japan Football Association.

30 Years After the “Doha Tragedy,” Ruy Ramos Still Dreams About Winning

C. Ronaldo, Neymar…Saudi Arabia’s Deep Reason for “Bombing” the World’s Top Soccer Players

Nadeshiko Japan to be Broadcast on Terrestrial Wave? Why NHK is “relieved to see the disappearance” of the NHK broadcast

Japan Football Association switches from JAL to ANA after more than 20 years of support from Dentsu

I want to help Japan win the World Cup in four years. Special Interview with Shi-Oh Fukuda

All-Japanese Coach for the Second Moriyasu Japan: The Association Wanted to Bring Forward the Schedule to Continue the Coaching of Moriyasu’s Japan, “Due to the Wallet Situation

China to Play Leading Role in 2026 Soccer World Cup in North America! The “Money Situation” Behind the Surprising Prediction

Gonda, coach Moriyasu, and chairman Tajima were also present…Moriyasu Japan held a “World Cup Launch” and photographed a “tipsy night.

Moriyasu praises “Takumi Minamino, No. 10” and what should we think of him?

Japan, Germany, Spain, Croatia… “Too beautiful supporters” who watched the World Cup

When he struggles, he gives his son a heartless DM……Moriyasu’s Third Son Reveals: “Dad during the World Cup

Hajime Moriyasu’s Successor is Worse than the “Fanatical Fans”: Japan Football Association’s “Flip-Flop”.

Maya Yoshida’s Life: “I Want to Give Dreams to Children” – Maya Yoshida Never Ran Away from Criticism

Missing the top 8 for the first time in history, but getting the first point, Maeda Dairiki’s “blank year”.

Prime Minister Kishida’s Twitter post on “Direct Message to World Cup Coach Moriyasu” is a popular response.

The world rejoices at the sudden appearance of “too beautiful Japanese soccer fans”…!

Takuma Asano’s “Family Love” photo – Gorasso against Germany!

Communist Party Members of Congress Speak Cold Water on Japan’s World Cup Victory, but Criticism is a “Block Festival

Keisuke Honda and Tulio: Soccer World Cup “commentators” are changing generations as well as players

Ritsu Doan’s true feelings about his equalizer against Germany at the World Cup

Schmidt Daniel, Japan national team goalkeeper: “What Kawashima-san doesn’t have, I have

China to Play Leading Role in 2026 Soccer World Cup in North America!　The “Money Situation” Behind the Surprising Prediction