Yōsuke Kashiwagi facts for kids
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| Full name | Yōsuke Kashiwagi | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 15 December 1987 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Kobe, Hyogo, Japan | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Central midfielder | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2003–2005 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Senior career* | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2006–2009 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 112 | (18) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2010–2021 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 311 | (42) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2021–2023 | FC Gifu | 61 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2005–2007 | Japan U20 | 12 | (3) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2007 | Japan U22 | 6 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2010–2016 | Japan | 11 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Yōsuke Kashiwagi (born December 15, 1987) is a Japanese former professional footballer. He was known for playing as a central midfielder. Kashiwagi had a long and successful career, playing for several top clubs in Japan and representing his country on the national team.
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Playing for Football Clubs
Yōsuke Kashiwagi started his professional career with Sanfrecce Hiroshima. He played for them from 2006 to 2009. During his time there, he helped the team win the J.League Division 2 championship in 2008.
Time with Urawa Red Diamonds
After leaving Sanfrecce Hiroshima, Kashiwagi joined Urawa Red Diamonds in 2010. This was a very important part of his career. He played for the Reds for over a decade, until 2021. With Urawa Red Diamonds, he achieved some major victories.
Big Wins with the Reds
Kashiwagi helped Urawa Red Diamonds win the 2016 J.League Cup. He also played a key role when they won the 2017 AFC Champions League, which is a huge tournament for Asian clubs. In 2018, he added another trophy, the Emperor's Cup, to his collection with the team.
Later Career and Retirement
After his successful time with Urawa Red Diamonds, Kashiwagi moved to FC Gifu in 2021. He played for FC Gifu until 2023. At the end of the 2023 J3 League season, Yōsuke Kashiwagi announced that he was retiring from professional football.
Playing for Japan's National Team
Yōsuke Kashiwagi also represented Japan in international football. He played for different age-group teams before joining the senior national team.
Youth National Teams
In July 2007, Kashiwagi was part of the Japan national U-20 team. He played in the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He wore the number 10 jersey and was a starting player in all four matches. He played as an offensive midfielder, helping his team.
Senior National Team Debut
In January 2010, Kashiwagi was called up to the Japan national team. He joined them for the qualifiers of the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. He made his first appearance for the senior team against Yemen on January 6, 2011.
Asian Cup Victory
Kashiwagi was part of the Japan squad that won the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. This was a significant achievement for him and his country.
Achievements and Awards
Yōsuke Kashiwagi earned several honors throughout his football career.
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima
- J.League Division 2: 2008
- Urawa Red Diamonds
- J. League Cup: 2016
- Emperor's Cup: 2018
- AFC Champions League: 2017
- Japan
- AFC Asian Cup: 2011
- Individual Awards
- J.League Best XI: 2016
- AFC Champions League Best Player: 2017
Personal Life
In March 2016, Yōsuke Kashiwagi shared that he had married Nagisa Sato. She is an announcer for TBS.
See also
In Spanish: Yōsuke Kashiwagi para niños
