Inagi City Hometown Athlete

Inagi City has many citizens who are enthusiastic about sports and have achieved excellent results in various competitions. The Inagi City Hometown Athlete Certification System is a system that certifies professional athletes in various sports and athletes who are expected to participate in the Olympics and Paralympics, etc., from or living in Inagi City, and supports the city together with the citizens. So, it started in October 2020.

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What are your memories of Inagi City?
I lived in Inagi City until I was a university student. I went to Tokyo Verdy school when I was a boy, so I often used the Tokyo Verdy Ground. I also went to Yomiuriland with my family and friends.

How does it feel to be recognized as a hometown athlete?
I'm happy. When I turned professional and left Inagi City, I realized how much everyone in Inagi City supported me. As a hometown athlete, I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who always supports me.

What was the most difficult thing about continuing to play soccer?
I don't remember much. There were some tough times, but I never saw them as negative. I always tried to think positively.

How to become a professional soccer player?
First of all, please enjoy soccer. And always keep in touch with the ball. How much you touch the ball will determine your subsequent improvement. Also, take care of those around you and always have an attitude of gratitude. Your daily actions will definitely come back to you someday, and when things aren't going well, the people around you will definitely lend a helping hand.

Please tell us your future goals.
To play in J1. And I would like to play in my hometown someday.

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What are your memories of Inagi City?
When I was in the fourth grade of elementary school, I attended a table tennis class held in the general gymnasium. Even after I started aiming for the Paralympics, I still practice at the general gymnasium from time to time.

How does it feel to be recognized as a hometown athlete?
I'm happy. There are many people in Inagi City who support us, and your support is our driving force. I want to continue to show everyone how hard I am as an athlete.

What was the most difficult thing about continuing to play table tennis?
I started playing table tennis because it was fun, but when my grades didn't improve, I sometimes started to hate it. However, I fundamentally love table tennis, so I feel like I want to practice again as time passes.

How to become a table tennis player who is active in the world?
Don't forget that you love and enjoy table tennis. This feeling leads to a sense of fulfillment and a desire to work harder. If you want to reach the top in table tennis, pursue the feeling that you love and enjoy table tennis.

Please tell us your future goals.
To qualify for the Paralympic Games. If I am able to participate in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, I would like to prepare well from now on so that I can give my best performance.