He played many matches as defensive midfielder from 1997 and the club was promoted to J2 League from 1999.

He was appreciated by manager Ivica Osim and also played many matches as center back not only defensive midfielder.

He became a regular player as defensive midfielder and center back.

From 2012, although he could not play many matches, the club won the champions 2012 and 2013 J1 League.

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