He played in the first season of the A-League with the New Zealand Knights before returning to NSW state league football with Marconi Stallions.
[3] Imaya is now coaching football to young children in Japan and no longer pursuing a professional career.
[4] On 12 November 2021, Imaya announcement officially appointed manager of Tochigi City FC in the Kantō Soccer League Division 1 from 2022.
[6] On 17 November 2024, Imaya brought his team secure champions of 2024 Japan Football League and promotion to J3 League for the first time in history from next season after defeat Atletico Suzuka 6-0 in matchweek 29 at Kanseki Stadium Tochigi as final home game, return to third tier after 11 years absence.
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