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Going South

It’s really hard to write Katsuya Nagato off, since the left-back always finds a way to re-invent himself.

It’s tough to find stories like the one of Kaina Tanimura in today’s J.League. And yet, the no. 9 of Yokohama F. Marinos is here to stay.

From Japan’s next midfield maestro to an injury-plagued career: that’s the story of Ryota Ōshima.

The Japan Football League moved as well to a European calendar, with two new entries: J-Lease FC and Vonds Ichihara.

The hair, a trademark celebration, the smiley face, and his years in Oita: that’s why Kazushi Mitsuhira is a J.League legend.

A Brazilian midfielder, a returning talent from Belgium, and a pair of strikers: these are the Top 10 transfers in the top-flight.

Renegades in search of a new home, silent bargains, and a Suzuki-esque keeper: these are the Top 10 transfers in the second division.

A former Gamba prodigy, a Singaporean striker, and a possible record-man: these are the Top 10 transfers in the third tier.

Cerezo and Gamba Osaka are, for different reasons, in a complete mess. Is this the end for the city as a relevant football hub?

The J2 League will be colonised by clubs from the North, and it’s a good trend for Japanese football.

The 2026-27 saeson could be the best one ever for the J3 League. And there are multiple reasons for it.