Yuji Takahashi (footballer)
Yuji Takahashi is a Japanese footballer who plays as a centre back for Kashiwa Reysol.Takahashi was born in Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture to a Filipino mother and Japanese father. He has two elder sisters, Maryjun and Yu, who are both models and actresses, and an older brother.
On 15 February 2019, Takahashi married former AKB48 and JKT48 member Aki Takajo.On 30 August 2012, it was announced Takahashi would join Australian club Brisbane Roar FC on loan for the 2012–13 A-League. Takahashi would make his debut, albeit a short one, against Wellington Phoenix at Westpac Stadium, replacing Jack Hingert in the 90th minute. Takahashi played his second game for Brisbane Roar on 1 December 2012, coming on as a substitute.International career
Takahashi has represented Japan at both U18 and U19 levels and in late 2011 took part in 2012 AFC U-19 Championship qualification.Club statistics
Updated to 24 February 2019.
