Hiroshi Kato

Kato was born in Kume District, Okayama on January 29, 1951. He joined Vissel Kobe in 1995, and he managed youth team. In October 1997, top team manager Stuart Baxter was sacked end of 1997 season. Kato managed the club as caretaker in Emperor's Cup in December. In 2004, manager Ivan Hašek resigned in September and Kato became a new manager in October. He managed 7 matches until end of 2004 season.