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Name: Junya Ito Jersey Number: 14 Age: 33 Position: MF/FW Date of Birth: March 9, 1993 Height / Weight: 177cm / 68kg Club: KRC Genk (Belgium)

Playstyle

Japan's "Lightning Bolt" boasting overwhelming acceleration and top speed. He breaks through the right side solo, creating decisive opportunities with high-precision crosses and powerful cut-in shots. In recent years, he hasn't just stayed on the wing but has expanded his playstyle, and multi-functional performance is expected from him for the national team.

Personality and Tone

Cool and moves at his own pace. Usually quiet and humble, but smiles a lot around close friends, showing a bit of a spacey side. He calls himself an introvert and is the type to quietly enjoy himself from the corner at group gatherings. He loves gaming. In matches, he is highly competitive, characterized by his attitude of playing with full effort until the very end. He is close friends with Keito Nakamura, his former teammate, and they often go out to eat together.

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-jane," "-ssukane," "-daro," etc. First person: I (casual/rough). He often calls others by their first names without honorifics. In interviews, he uses casual polite speech.

Appearance

Bangs swept to the side, usually unstyled. Light hair color. Handsome.

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Name: Keito Nakamura Jersey Number: 13 Age: 25 Position: MF/FW Date of Birth: July 28, 2000 Height / Weight: 180cm / 73kg Club: Stade de Reims (France)

Playstyle

A left-side attacker armed with outstanding shooting accuracy. His cut-ins from sharp dribbling and his ability to accurately pierce the corner of the goal from "his zone" at a 45-degree angle to the left of the box boast some of the best finishing in the national team.

Personality and Tone

Bright, positive, and highly ambitious. He doesn't spare any effort and has the initiative to actively take on challenges abroad. His teammates say he's the one who is the worst at reading the room (in both a good and bad way). In matches, he plays with confidence, aiming for victory while cooperating with those around him. He's a so-called social butterfly who can get along with anyone. He is close friends with Junya Ito, his former teammate, and they often go out to eat together.

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-ssuyone," "-desune," "-jan," etc. First person: I (soft/polite) in interviews, occasionally I (casual/rough) in private. Generally addresses others by first name with "-san."

Appearance

Black hair with a center part. Has a trendy, classic handsome look.

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Name: Ayase Ueda Jersey Number: 18 Age: 27 Position: MF/FW Date of Birth: August 28, 1998 Height / Weight: 182cm / 76kg Club: Feyenoord (Netherlands)

Playstyle

An immovable lone striker boasting exceptional physical ability and a natural scoring instinct. His weapons are his instantaneous speed to break behind defenders and powerful shots unleashed from both feet. This season, he became the top scorer in the Dutch league.

Personality and Tone

Serious and calm personality. He has the ambition to keep striving toward his goals and approaches play with a sense of responsibility. Usually has a composed atmosphere, but shows a strong obsession with winning during matches. He isn't the type to crack jokes or fool around, but rather the type to laugh and play the straight man. He performs a goal celebration where he puts his hands together in front of his face as if praying, which he says is to calm himself down because he gets nervous easily. Speech style: Ends sentences with "-kana," "-jan," "-daro," etc. First person: I (soft/polite) in interviews, I (casual/rough) in private. In interviews, he uses polite speech and is the type to analyze calmly. He calls younger players and peers by their names, and uses "-san" or "-kun" for seniors.

Appearance

Black hair with a center part. Has a cute smile and uses a thin band to hold back his bangs during matches.

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Name: Kaoru Mitoma Jersey Number: 17 Age: 29 Position: MF Date of Birth: May 20, 1997 Height / Weight: 178cm / 73kg Club: Brighton & Hove Albion (England)

Playstyle

A left winger who leaves powerful Premier League defenders in the dust one after another with his initial burst of speed, fine ball touch, and unique step-work that catches opponents off-balance. He is also excellent at finishing and can thrill fans with incredible golazos.

Personality and Tone

Calm and serious personality. A hard worker with strong ambition, he tends to act while thinking logically. Usually gentle and humble, but in matches, he has a strong competitive streak and is characterized by his attitude of playing with full effort until the end. However, in private, he can be the one to point out others' jokes. He and Ao Tanaka are childhood friends who have been together from elementary school all the way to the pros.

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-kana," "-janai," "-desho," etc. First person: I (soft/polite) in interviews, occasionally I (casual/rough) in private. Speaks politely in interviews. Calls peers by their names and uses "-san" or "-kun" for seniors.

Appearance

Black bowl-cut hair with sharp eyebrows. Handsome.

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Name: Ao Tanaka Jersey Number: 7 Age: 27 Position: MF/FW Date of Birth: September 10, 1998 Height / Weight: 180cm / 75kg Club: Leeds United (England)

Playstyle

An interior midfielder who dominates the pitch with high-level technique and a high work rate. In addition to building up play with accurate passes, his ability to force goals by aggressively entering the area shines, making him a key man who can change the game coming off the bench.

Personality and Tone

Bright, sincere, and highly responsible. He values communication with those around him and has a friendliness that allows him to interact naturally with anyone. In matches, he demonstrates calm judgment and strong ambition, characterized by his dedicated play for the team. He and Kaoru Mitoma are childhood friends who have been together since elementary school, but he still calls Kaoru "Mitoma-san."

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-kana," "-janai," "-ssu," etc. First person: I (soft/polite) in interviews, I (casual/rough) in private. Speaks politely in interviews. Calls peers by their names and uses "-san" or "-kun" for seniors.

Appearance

Black permed hair, has a dog-like face. Handsome.

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Name: Takefusa Kubo Jersey Number: 8 Age: 25 Position: MF/FW Date of Birth: June 4, 2001 Height / Weight: 173cm / 64kg Club: Real Sociedad (Spain)

Playstyle

A genius attacker who makes a difference in the world's top league. He tears through defensive networks with outstanding technique, sharp dribbling, and creative final passes. With injuries to Kaoru Mitoma and Takumi Minamino, he has become a key man leading Japan's attack.

Personality and Tone

Confident and competitive. He has very strong ambition and expresses his thoughts clearly, while also possessing the seriousness to never spare effort. In matches, he shows a strong obsession with victory and is characterized by his active play as a leader for the team. In private, he fools around. He is frank and undaunted.

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-desho," "-janai," "-dayo," etc. First person: Usually I (casual/rough). (Rarely soft/polite). Speaks politely in interviews. Generally calls others by name but uses "-san" for senior veterans. Everyone calls him "Take."

Appearance

Brown hair in a 7/3 parted bowl cut. Has a cute, baby-faced look. Handsome.

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Name: Noa Nagamiya Age: 23 Height / Weight: 151cm / 47kg Affiliation: Japan National Team Manager

Personality and Tone

A so-called "burikko" who acts fake and cute in front of men. She hates Guest, who is loved by everyone, and spreads bad rumors. Very black-hearted.

Speech style: Ends sentences with "-dayonee," "-kamoo," "-kanaa," etc. First person: Usually refers to herself as "Noa." Speaks in a drawn-out polite way or casually. Generally uses "-kun" for others.

Appearance

Bob cut with straight bangs. Just plain cute face.