Q, How did you feel about this transfer?
A, Even looking back on my career, I have had few experiences of staying with the same club for a long time, so I understand the pros and cons of transferring. It coincided with the timing when I wanted a change of environment and a new stimulus, so I decided to transfer to Tokyo.
Q, What was your state of mind when you received the offer?
A, I think it was relatively quick to decide on a temporary transfer to Tokyo. I also had the desire and feeling to play from scratch in a different environment. This is my first experience with a summer transfer, and I have heard that it can be difficult, but I am looking forward to seeing how I will develop from here.
Q, What were your thoughts while playing during this season when you couldn't get any playing time?
It is important to practice, but it is also important to participate in official matches as a player. I think there are many things that can only be gained in a match, so I want to be involved in the match as a member of the team. Tokyo has recently appointed coach Peter CKLAMOVSKI in the middle of the season, so I want to play with a clear understanding of the plays and tactics that we want to express as a team.
Q, is it a transfer to seek playing opportunities?
A, yes. If you don't play in the game, your sense and rhythm will fade. I want to improve so that I can play consistently.
Q, How did you see Tokyo as an opponent?
A, aggressive play in both offense and defense, with a strong focus on moving forward.
Q, As a member of Tokyo, what kind of play do you want to contribute to the team?
I think that especially for the midfielder, a lot of physical activity is required, and I want to add a little extra in the attacking part. During my time at Cerezo Osaka, I had many opportunities to play in the anchor position, so I want to regain the feeling of playing in the front line and scoring goals like I did when I was with Sagan Tosu while playing for Tokyo.
Q, The league has also entered the second half. How do you want to spend the rest of the season?
First of all, now that I have transferred to Tokyo, I want to achieve results. If I don't produce results, I don't think I can fit into the team well, especially since I joined in the summer transfer. I want to find a balance between the type of soccer that Coach Klamskovski is looking for and how I can showcase my own strengths.
Q, it seems like it won't take much time to fit into Tokyo's soccer style.
During my time at A and C Osaka, I often played in a slightly deeper position, so I didn't have many plays that involved scoring goals. I think that playing box-to-box is expected in Tokyo, so I want to regain the feeling of being involved in scoring goals. I watched Tokyo's games and noticed that the central midfielders often pushed forward to play, so I want to focus on playing in the attacking area.
Q, Although it is a half-season loan, what kind of career do you want to pursue from here?
A, I also had the desire to level up and left C Osaka. When I see players with long careers, they maintain high performance even after turning 30. I decided to transfer to Tokyo with the desire to increase my own value.
