Akira Kaji

Japanese footballer

Akira Kaji - Japanese footballer
Born

January 13th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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A professional footballer from Japan, played primarily as a defender. Played for the club Vissel Kobe and later moved to the J.League team Yokohama F. Marinos. Had a notable international career, representing Japan in multiple competitions including the AFC Asian Cup.

Played for Vissel Kobe

Played for Yokohama F. Marinos

Represented Japan in the AFC Asian Cup

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