Kenzo Ohashi
Kenzo Ohashi was a prominent Japanese football player and manager, known for his contributions to the sport from 1934 to 2015.
He represented the Japan men's national football team in 1958, making his debut at the Asian Games against the Philippines.
Ohashi played for Sanfrecce Hiroshima, contributing to the club's early successes in Japanese football.
Biography
Early Life
Kenzo Ohashi was born on April 21, 1934, in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. He pursued higher education at Waseda University, where he developed his passion for football, laying the foundation for his future career in the sport.
Career
Ohashi began his professional journey in football with Yuasa Batteries and later joined his local club, Toyo Industries. In 1965, Toyo Industries became part of the newly formed Japan Soccer League, where Ohashi made a significant impact. He played as a midfielder and contributed to the club's remarkable success, helping them secure the championship title for three consecutive years from 1965 to 1967. During his brief stint with the Japan men's national football team in 1958, he made his debut at the Asian Games against the Philippines on May 26, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
Coaching Career
After retiring from professional play in 1967, Ohashi transitioned into coaching. In 1971, he took over as the manager of Toyo Industries, succeeding Yukio Shimomura. He led the team until 1975, continuing to influence the sport even after his playing days were over.
Kenzo Ohashi passed away on December 21, 2015, at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated player and coach in Japanese football.
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Career & Clubs
In May 1958, Ohashi was selected Japan national team for 1958 Asian Games. At this competition, on May 26, he debuted against Philippines.
Ohashi was born in Hiroshima Prefecture on April 21, 1934. After graduating from Waseda University, he played for Yuasa Batteries and his local club Toyo Industries. In 1965, Toyo Industries joined new league Japan Soccer League. He retired in 1967. He played 3 games and the club also won the championship for 3 years in a row (1965-1967) in the league.
After retirement, in 1971, Ohashi became a manager for Toyo Industries as Yukio Shimomura successor. He managed the club until 1975. Ohashi died on December 21, 2015, at the age of 80.
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1958–1958)
- Club
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1958–1958
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima1967
Played together with
- Akihiro SatoSanfrecce Hiroshima · 2005–2010
- Akinobu YokouchiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1986–1995
- Akira KawaguchiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1993–1994
Anderson LopesSanfrecce Hiroshima · 2016
Anderson Patric Aguiar OliveiraSanfrecce Hiroshima · 2017- Andrey Gustavo dos SantosSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1993–1995
Ante TomićSanfrecce Hiroshima · 2011–2011- Antônio Carlos SantosSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1996–1997
- Aritatsu OgiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1965–1976
- Atsushi NagaiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1998–1998
- Atsuyoshi FurutaSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1975–1984
Aurelio VidmarSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1998–1999
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Kenzo Ohashi was a Japanese football player and manager. He played for Japan national team.
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