He earned 38 caps for the Japan national team between 1994 and 2003, including three games at the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
The presence of Jorginho at Kashima propelled his decision to move as he aspired to learn the trade under the Brazilian international full back.
At the end of the 2006 season, Kashima announced that they wouldn't renew his contract.
[2] On September 27, 1994, Narahashi debuted for Japan national team against Australia.
After 2002 FIFA World Cup, in October, Narahashi was selected Japan by new manager Zico for the first time in four years.