Motoo Tatsuhara was a prominent Japanese football player who lived from 1913 to 1984.
He played for the Japan men's national football team from 1934 to 1936.
Tatsuhara played as a midfielder during his football career.
Biography
Early Life
Motoo Tatsuhara was born on January 14, 1913, in Shinagawa, Tokyo. He grew up in a vibrant environment that fostered his passion for sports, particularly football. His academic journey led him to Waseda University, where he not only pursued his studies but also honed his skills as a football player.
Career
Tatsuhara's football career took off when he joined Waseda WMW, a club comprised of players from his university. During his time at Waseda, he played alongside notable teammates such as Taizo Kawamoto, Tadao Horie, Yasuo Suzuki, Kunitaka Sueoka, and Takashi Kano. His club achievements included a commendable second-place finish in the 1940 Emperor's Cup, which was the last tournament held before World War II interrupted the competition.
In May 1934, Tatsuhara was selected to represent the Japan national team while still a student at Waseda University. He made his debut on May 13, 1934, against the Dutch East Indies during the Far Eastern Championship Games in Manila. His international career peaked when he was part of the Japan squad for the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, where Japan achieved a historic victory over Sweden, famously dubbed the "Miracle of Berlin." Tatsuhara played a total of four matches for Japan until 1936, leaving a lasting legacy in Japanese football.
Legacy
Motoo Tatsuhara's contributions to football were recognized posthumously when the 1936 Olympic team was inducted into the Japan Football Hall of Fame in 2016. His journey from a university student to a national team player exemplifies the spirit of dedication and excellence in Japanese sports history.
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Career & Clubs
Tatsuhara was born in Shinagawa, Tokyo on January 14, 1913. 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 Taizo Kawamoto, Tadao Horie, Yasuo Suzuki, Kunitaka Sueoka, Takashi Kano and so on. He won the 2nd place at 1940 Emperor's Cup. This tournament was the last Emperor's Cup before the war because Emperor's Cup was suspended for World War II from 1941 to 1945.
In May 1934, when Tatsuhara was a Waseda University student, he was selected Japan national team for 1934 Far Eastern Championship Games in Manila. At this competition, on May 13, he debuted against Dutch East Indies. In 1936, he was also selected Japan for 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. Japan completed a come-from-behind victory first game against Sweden. The first victory in Olympics for the Japan and the historic victory over one of the powerhouses became later known as "Miracle of Berlin" (ベルリンの奇跡) in Japan. In 2016, this team was selected Japan Football Hall of Fame. He played 4 games for Japan until 1936.
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Motoo Tatsuhara was a Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
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