Taku Harada facts for kids

Taku Harada (原田 拓, Harada Taku, born October 27, 1982) is a former Japanese football player. He played as a midfielder for several teams in Japan's professional leagues. Harada was known for his strong play and his long career in Japanese football.

Taku Harada's Football Journey

Taku Harada was born in Kumamoto, Japan, on October 27, 1982. After finishing high school, he started his professional football career in 2001.

Early Career with Nagoya Grampus Eight

Harada joined Nagoya Grampus Eight, a club in the top Japanese league called J1 League, in 2001. He played in a few matches each season during his time there. However, he did not get a lot of playing time in his first few years.

Moving to Oita Trinita

In 2004, Harada moved to another J1 League club, Oita Trinita. Here, he became a regular player, meaning he played in most of the team's matches. He performed well under manager Han Berger starting in May 2004. But in 2005, his chances to play became fewer.

Time with Kawasaki Frontale

In June 2005, Harada joined Kawasaki Frontale, another J1 League team. He often came into games as a substitute midfielder and played in many matches until 2006. However, in 2007, he did not play as much as before.

Years with Roasso Kumamoto

In 2009, Harada moved to Roasso Kumamoto, a club in the J2 League, which is Japan's second-highest professional league. At Roasso Kumamoto, he became a key player. He played many matches as a defensive midfielder, helping to protect his team's goal. His playing time decreased in 2014, and he decided to retire from football at the end of the 2014 season.

Career Statistics

Here's a look at Taku Harada's playing statistics throughout his career:

See also

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