Hotaru Yamaguchi named Nagasaki captain
V-Varen Nagasaki announced on July 20, 2026 that midfielder Hotaru Yamaguchi will serve as captain for the 2026-27 season. Yamaguchi said through the club that “this season will be an important year for everyone involved with Nagasaki.” The club also confirmed four vice-captains: Sekiguchi, Egawa, Onami and Hasegawa.
Kashima announce Jan Mateus signing
Kashima Antlers announced on July 20, 2026 that they have reached a club-to-club agreement with Qatar SC for the full-transfer signing of forward Jan Mateus. The formal contract is expected after medical checks in Japan. Mateus is noted to have recorded 96 J1 appearances and 17 goals during his time with Yokohama F·Marinos.
JEF United Chiba sign Ken Yamura
JEF United Chiba announced on July 20, 2026 that they have completed the full-transfer signing of forward Ken Yamura from Fujieda MYFC. Yamura expressed gratitude for the new challenge and said he will turn his feelings into energy to fight for the team. The club released his profile alongside the announcement.
Shosei Usui scores in Miyazaki camp
Avispa Fukuoka held a Miyazaki training camp from July 13 to July 20, 2026, and on the final day — July 20, 2026 — forward Shosei Usui scored during training/ a practice match, a goal that was noted as a birthday‑prelude celebration. The club’s official camp schedule and player information are available on the same dates.