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Development Vision

FC Tokyo produces players who can succeed in the top team and provides an organized development system and individual support for players to thrive in society as well.
We develop independent players with a winner's mentality and establish the +1 GOAL (=One More Goal) football style that continues to dominate every phase of the game.

Two Strong Points in Development

1. Formation of a football style based on a consistent football philosophy from the top team to the academy

Based on the football philosophy, we develop players who can perform better in the top team by teaching appropriate tactics and skills according to age groups and positions.

2. Provision of personalized development programs tailored to each player through multifaceted observation and coaching by experts

Specialized teams are established in each field, and each team collaborates to engage in player development, centralizing and managing all information.
We provide multifaceted support for player development.

Football Style

+1 Goal (One More Goal)

Football Always Aiming for Additional Goals

Players with a wide variety of talents create different chemistry depending on the combination of SS people on the pitch, controlling the game with refined techniques and energetic play on the field.
Overwhelming the opponent for 90 minutes, always aiming for the next goal, thrilling the stadium, and concluding the game with joy.

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About Each Category of the Academy

U-18

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Player List
Match Schedule and Results
Training Schedule

U-15 Fukagawa

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Player List
Match Schedule and Results
Training Schedule

U-15 Musashi

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Player List
Match Schedule and Results
Training Schedule

General Manager

  • Mitsushiro OBARA (General Manager)

    Date of Birth:
    August 16, 1976
    Hometown:
    Kanagawa Prefecture

Development Section

  • Satoru ASARI (Academy Director)

    Date of Birth:
    June 10, 1974
    Hometown:
    Saitama.S
    License:
    JFA Official Class A General License

    Played for FC Tokyo from the Tokyo Gas era until 2009, appearing in 193 J-League matches as a midfielder. After retiring, he worked in the public relations department, and since 2011, he has been in the strengthening department, responsible for team strengthening and scouting with his extensive experience and connections. Since 2018, he has been involved in player development, focusing on overseeing the U-15 team, and since 2022, he has been appointed as the academy director, overseeing the entire academy organization.

  • Satoshi MIGITA (Sub Academy Director)

    Date of Birth:
    May 14, 1971
    Hometown:
    Kagoshima Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Official Class A General License

    After excelling as a defender at Tokyo Gakugei University, he pursued a career in coaching. After joining FC Tokyo, he served as a coach for U-15 for many years, and in 2007, he became the manager of U-15 Fukagawa. He is highly trusted by the players and has demonstrated his skills in human education. From 2011, he was involved with the Promotion Department, in 2013 he was responsible for U-12 development, and from 2014 he has been in charge of U-18 coaching, showcasing his abilities as the Sub-Academy Director since 2022.

  • Seidai NISHIKAWA (Head of Coach)

    Date of Birth:
    January 2, 1977
    Hometown:
    Chiba Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Pro License

    Started coaching career at Tsukuba University Soccer Club. While working as a university faculty member, served as head coach at Saitama.S Ei Junior High School and Heisei International University. Afterwards, moved to the Japan Football Association, holding positions such as National Training Center Coach, Youth Development Sub-Director, and Coach Education Director. Joined FC Tokyo in 2024. Utilizing extensive experience to dedicate efforts as Head of Coaching.

Football Division

  • Daijiro Takakuwa (GK Project Leader)

    Date of Birth:
    August 10, 1973
    Hometown:
    Setagaya, Tokyo

U-12 Development Officer

  • Hirono YAMAGUCHI (U-12 Leader, Development Scout and Development Coach)

    Date of Birth:
    July 27, 1978
    Hometown:
    Kumamoto Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Official Class A General License, JFA Official Class A License U-12

    After graduating from university, he began coaching at Seijo Football Club. He joined FC Tokyo in 2005 and worked in the Promotion Department and Development Department. From 2016, he was in charge of scouting, from 2018 in the Strengthening Department, in 2019 he was responsible for U-12 development, and from 2020 he served as U-15 Fukagawa coach. From 2026, he has contributed to the club by utilizing his extensive experience as U-12 leader, development scout, and development coach. His favorite word is "passion".

  • Kazuki Suzuki (Development Coach)

    Hometown:
    Adachi Ward, Tokyo
    License:
    JFA Official Class B License

    Born in FC Tokyo U-15 Fukagawa. After graduating from university, played for Kochi United SC and in the Kanto League. After retirement, has been involved in exercise classes and soccer coaching for children from 1 year old to 6th grade elementary school. Joined the FC Tokyo Promotion Department from 2024. Utilizing past experience, focuses on player development by valuing not only technical skills but also character.

  • Ryu Uchiyama (Development Coach)

    Date of Birth:
    December 20, 1995
    Hometown:
    Shizuoka Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Official Class B License

    Played for Nippon Sport Science University Soccer Club and pursued a career as a coach after graduation. Joined FC Tokyo in 2018. In the Promotion Department, has conveyed the joy and appeal of soccer to children through passionate coaching. From 2026, utilizes past experience as a development coach to focus on player development.

Development Scout

  • Toshiki KOIKE (Development Scout)

    Date of Birth:
    November 10, 1974
    Hometown:
    Kanagawa Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Official Class A General License, JFA Official GK LEVEL-1

    Played as a player for Tokyo Gas Soccer Club, FC Tokyo, Shonan Bellmare, and Mito Hollyhock. After retirement, made a comeback as a coach at FC Tokyo, his former club. He has coached many players as a development coach, U-15 Musashi coach, U-15 Fukagawa coach, and U-18 coach. Since 2020, he has joined the strengthening department as a scout, working in player acquisition. From 2023, he will utilize his extensive experience to work as a development scout.

  • Takahiro HONDA (Development Scout)

    Date of Birth:
    July 13, 1986
    Hometown:
    Edogawa Ward, Tokyo
    License:
    JFA Official Class B License, JFA Official Goal Keeper Class C Level 1, JFA Official Kids' Leader, Physical Fitness Class C License

    Started coaching career at VIVAIO Funabashi Soccer Club and coached for 9 years. Afterwards, served as a GK coach for 7 years at Mitsubishi Yowa SC and 2 years at Verdy Academy, then joined FC Tokyo in 2023. Utilizing extensive experience coaching both boys and girls from early childhood to adults, dedicated to developing future goalkeepers.

  • Satoshi Yamaguchi (Development Scout)

    Date of Birth:
    December 8, 1996
    Hometown:
    Koganei City, Tokyo
    License:
    JFA Official Class B License

    Born and raised in Kodaira, played for FC Tokyo U-15 Musashi and FC Tokyo U-18 for six years. After that, advanced to Saitama University to study soccer and education from various perspectives. Joined the FC Tokyo Promotion Department in 2019 and gained experience coaching mainly at the junior level. From 2024, will focus on player acquisition and development as a youth scout.

Development Analyst

  • Tsukasa Egashira (Development Analyst)

    Date of Birth:
    February 13, 2001
    Hometown:
    Osaka Prefecture
    License:
    JFA Official Class B License

    Joined FC Tokyo in 2025. Contributed to the team as a top team analyst during the 2025 season. From 2026, utilizing the knowledge and experience gained so far as an analyst in the development section, dedicated to nurturing players.

External Dispatch Manager / Coach

  • Masashi MIYAZAWA (Chuo University Soccer Club Coach)

    Date of Birth:
    April 24, 1978
    Hometown:
    Yamanashi Prefecture

  • Daisuke KONDO (Waseda University Association Football Club Coach)

    Date of Birth:
    August 19, 1980
    Hometown:
    Kanagawa Prefecture

Football Promotion Department

  • Kohei MORITA (Director of Football Promotion)

    Date of Birth:
    April 22, 1978
    Hometown:
    Saga Prefecture

  • Rihei Yuasa (Football Promotion Department)

    Date of Birth:
    January 9, 1977
    Hometown:
    Saitama.S

  • Koki Hirano (Academy Office Football Promotion Department)

    Date of Birth:
    July 28, 1995
    Hometown:
    Nagasaki Prefecture

  • Sumiko ISO (Football Promotion Department)