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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.

Defending champions Kashima Antlers are favourites to repeat in J1, but Sanfrecce Hiroshima have a chance to change that.