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Daiki Yagishita

Daiki Yagishita is a Japanese professional football player born in 1995, known for his versatility as a forward or defender and his career with clubs like Matsumoto Yamaga, Kataller Toyama, and Vanraure Hachinohe.

1. Overview

Daiki Yagishita (柳下 大樹Yagishita DaikiJapanese) is a Japanese professional football player born on August 9, 1995, in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Primarily a forward or defender, Yagishita began his professional career with Matsumoto Yamaga FC in 2014. He has since played for Kataller Toyama and currently plays for Vanraure Hachinohe in the J3 League. He is known for his versatility, having played multiple positions throughout his career.

2. Early Life and Education

Daiki Yagishita was born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, on August 9, 1995. During his middle school years, he was a member of the Urawa Red Diamonds junior youth team, where his contemporaries included fellow future professional players Takahiro Sekine and Rikuto Hirose. He later attended Teikyo High School, where he showcased his versatility by playing various positions, including forward and center back.

3. Club Career

Daiki Yagishita has built a professional football career playing for several clubs across Japan, demonstrating consistent performance and adaptability across different leagues.

3.1. Matsumoto Yamaga FC

Yagishita joined Matsumoto Yamaga FC in 2014, marking the beginning of his professional career. During his time with Matsumoto Yamaga, in July 2014, he was also registered as a player for the J.League U-22 Selection team, a special squad designed to provide playing opportunities for young talents in the J3 League. He continued to be registered with the J.League U-22 Selection until 2015 while also playing for Matsumoto Yamaga. He remained with Matsumoto Yamaga FC until the end of the 2016 season. His first appearance in the J.League was on August 10, 2014, in a J2 League match against Tochigi SC at the Matsumoto Performing Arts Park Comprehensive Athletics Stadium. His first J.League goal came on October 12, 2014, in a J3 League match against SC Sagamihara at Sagamihara Gion Stadium.

3.2. Kataller Toyama

In 2017, Yagishita transferred to Kataller Toyama. He became a central player for the club during his tenure, contributing significantly to their performance in the J3 League. He spent a considerable period with Kataller Toyama, establishing himself as a key figure within the team. His contract with Kataller Toyama concluded in December 2023, leading to his departure from the club on December 4, 2023.

3.3. Vanraure Hachinohe

Following his departure from Kataller Toyama, Daiki Yagishita moved to Vanraure Hachinohe. His transfer to the club was announced on December 29, 2023, ahead of the 2024 season. He continues to play for Vanraure Hachinohe in the J3 League.

4. Club Statistics

The following table details Daiki Yagishita's club performance, including appearances and goals, as of December 5, 2023, with updated data for the 2024 season for Vanraure Hachinohe.

Club performanceLeagueCupLeague CupTotal
SeasonClubLeagueAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
JapanLeagueEmperor's CupJ. League CupTotal
2014MatsumotoJ2 League3000-30
2015J1 League00000000
2016J2 League0020-20
2017ToyamaJ3 League14210-152
201816220-182
201927330-303
2020222--222
2021221-20241
2022110-00110
2023153-21174
2024Hachinohe2432020283
2025
Career total154161006117017



Other official matches (J.League U-22 Selection)

Club performanceLeagueTotal
SeasonClubLeagueAppsGoalsAppsGoals
JapanLeagueTotal
2014J-22J3 League9191
2015131131
Career total (J-22)222222

5. Playing Style and Position

Daiki Yagishita is primarily known for his versatility in playing both as a forward and a defender. During his time at Teikyo High School, he demonstrated his adaptability by playing various roles, including center back. He is right-footed. Yagishita stands at 71 in (180 cm) tall and weighs 154 lb (70 kg).