However he could not play in the match behind Japan national team goalkeeper, Shigetatsu Matsunaga and Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi.

At Vegalta Sendai, he played as regular goalkeeper from 2004 to July 2006.

He moved to Tokushima Vortis in 2009 and retired end of 2009 season.

In October 2000, Takakuwa was selected Japan national team for 2000 Asian Cup.

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