Hinata Kida completes transfer to JEF Chiba
On August 25, 2026, JEF United Chiba announced the permanent signing of midfielder Hinata Kida from Cerezo Osaka. He will wear No.55. Kida had been with Cerezo since 2018 and made one J1 appearance this season. He said he is eager to help the club fight to remain in J1.
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Koki Ogawa returns to FC Machida
FC Machida Zevia announced the permanent signing of forward Koki Ogawa from NEC Nijmegen (announcement made August 24; published August 25, 2026). Ogawa, who played at Yokohama FC until 2023, returns to the J.League after three years abroad and says he aims to contribute to the club’s title ambitions.
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Shota Fujio joins Kashiwa Reysol on permanent deal
On August 25, 2026, Kashiwa Reysol announced the permanent signing of forward Shota Fujio from FC Machida Zevia. He will wear No.15. Fujio has been with Machida since 2023 and made two J1 appearances this season; he says he is excited to give everything for Kashiwa and score goals.
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Tokyo Verdy promote two youth defenders to first team
On August 25, 2026, Tokyo Verdy announced that youth defenders Kamara Shek Cesar and Haruki Watanabe will be promoted to the first team from the 2026/27 season (effective January 2027). Both players pledged to work hard to grow as professionals, and the club celebrated this development from its academy.
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U-21 opener: FC Tokyo U-21 win 3-0
In the U-21 League opener (match date shown as Aug 22, 2026; published Aug 25), U-21 FC Tokyo defeated U-21 Tokyo Verdy 3-0. Shuto Nagano opened the scoring, and Kio Tanaka added goals in the 68th minute and from the penalty spot in the 84th, a strong showing from the next generation of players.
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2026/27 J1 schedule officially decided
On August 25, 2026, the J.League announced that the 2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J1 League match schedule has been officially finalized. The calendar was set following adjustments tied to the AFC club competition draws, and each club’s fixtures and dates are now confirmed.
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Partial update to J.League Football Guidelines
On August 25, 2026, the J.League published a partial update to the “J.League Football Guidelines.” The revisions cover operational and safety procedures, with specific provisions amended. The league said it will notify clubs and stakeholders in sequence and ensure proper implementation.
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