Misao Tamai
Misao Tamai was a pioneering Japanese football player who lived from 1903 to 1978.
He was awarded the prestigious Medal with Blue Ribbon for his contributions to football.
Tamai received the Order of the Rising Sun, 3rd class, recognizing his achievements in sports.
Biography
Early Life
Misao Tamai was born on December 16, 1903, in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. He pursued his education at Waseda University, where he not only excelled academically but also developed his passion for football, becoming a prominent player during his time.
Career
Tamai's football career was marked by his tenure with Waseda WMW, a club composed of players from Waseda University. He played alongside notable teammates such as Shigeyoshi Suzuki and Haruo Arima, contributing to the club's success. In August 1927, while still a student, he was selected to represent the Japan national team at the Far Eastern Championship Games held in Shanghai. During this tournament, he made his debut on August 27, scoring a goal against the Republic of China, and played a crucial role in Japan's first victory in an International A Match against the Philippines just two days later. Over the course of the tournament, he played two matches and scored one goal.
Legacy
Misao Tamai's contributions to Japanese football were recognized posthumously when he was inducted into the Japan Football Hall of Fame in 2006. His achievements on the field, including receiving the Medal with Blue Ribbon and the Order of the Rising Sun, 3rd class, highlight his significant impact on the sport in Japan. Tamai passed away in 1978, leaving behind a legacy as one of the early pioneers of Japanese football.
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Career & Clubs
Tamai was born in Hyogo Prefecture on December 16, 1903. He played for Waseda WMW was consisted of his alma mater Waseda University players and graduates. At the club, he played with many Japan national team players Shigeyoshi Suzuki, Haruo Arima, Tamotsu Asakura, Shigeru Takahashi, Shojiro Sugimura, Nagayasu Honda, Ko Takamoro and Michiyo Taki.
In August 1927, when Tamai was a Waseda University student, he was selected Japan national team for 1927 Far Eastern Championship Games in Shanghai. At this competition, on August 27, he debuted and scored a goal against Republic of China. On August 29, he also played against Philippines and Japan won this match. This is Japan national team first victory in International A Match. He played 2 games and scored 1 goal for Japan in 1927.
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1927–1927)
Trophies & Awards
- Award
- Medal with Blue Ribbon
- Award
- Order of the Rising Sun, 3rd class
Legacy
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1927–1927
Archive
Passport
Identifiers & aliases
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