Otani was born in Hyogo Prefecture on August 31, 1912.
In May 1934, when he was a Kobe University of Commerce student, he was selected Japan national team for 1934 Far Eastern Championship Games in Manila.
[1] After graduation from Kobe University of Commerce, Otani retired from playing career and he joined Toyo Boseki.
On November 23, 2007, Otani died of senility at the age of 95.
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