Naoji Ito
Naoji Ito is a former Japanese football player known for his contributions to the sport.
He began his professional career with Honda FC in 1978, where he played until 1986.
After leaving Honda FC, Ito joined Sagan Tosu and played there until his retirement in 1993.
Biography
Early Life
Naoji Ito was born on July 1, 1959, in Mie Prefecture, Japan. His passion for football began at a young age, leading him to pursue a career in the sport after graduating from high school.
Career
Ito's professional journey started in 1978 when he joined Honda FC, a club in the Japan Soccer League Division 2. His tenure at Honda was marked by significant achievements; in 1980, the team won the championship and earned promotion to Division 1. Ito continued to contribute to the club's success, helping them secure third place in the 1985-86 season before departing at the end of that year. In 1988, he joined Sagan Tosu, where he played until his retirement in 1993.
In addition to his club career, Ito also represented the Japan men's national football team. He made his debut on June 19, 1981, in a match against Malaysia, marking a significant milestone in his football journey. As a midfielder, he showcased his skills on both the domestic and international stages, leaving a lasting impact on Japanese football.
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Career & Clubs
Ito was born in Mie Prefecture on July 1, 1959. After graduating from high school, he joined the Japan Soccer League Division 2 club Honda in 1978. In 1980, the club won the championship and was promoted to Division 1. In 1985-86, the club won third place and he left the club at the end of the season. He joined PJM Futures in 1988. He retired in 1993.
On June 19, 1981, Ito debuted for Japan national team against Malaysia.
- Club
- Honda FC (1978–1986)
- Club
- Sagan Tosu (1988–1993)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1981–1981)
Clubs
- Honda FC1978–1986
- Japan men's national football team1981–1981
- Sagan Tosu1988–1993
Played together with
- Akihiro HayashiSagan Tosu · 2013–2016
- Akimasa TsukamotoSagan Tosu
- Akira ItoSagan Tosu · 2004–2004
- Akito FukutaSagan Tosu
- Akiyoshi OhashiHonda FC
- Anderson Andrade AntunesSagan Tosu · 2007–2007
- André Luiz de Souza SilvaSagan Tosu · 2005–2005
- André Luíz BarachoSagan Tosu · 2000–2000
- Arley de Queroz SandimSagan Tosu · 2005–2005
- Arthur Antunes Coimbra JuniorSagan Tosu · 2003–2003
- Asuka TateishiSagan Tosu · 2005–2006
- Aymen TaharSagan Tosu · 2016–2017
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Identifiers & aliases
Naoji Ito is a former Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
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