After graduating from Kwansei Gakuin University, he played for New Mitsubishi Heavy Industries from 1952 to 1960.
He also played for Kwangaku Club was consisted of his alma mater Kwansei Gakuin University players and graduates.
In March 1954, Inoue was selected Japan national team for 1954 World Cup qualification.
At this qualification, on March 7, he debuted against South Korea.
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