He began his career as a pitcher, and later converted to an outfielder following the 2009 season and changed his registered name.

Starting with the 2022 season, he will be a hitting coach with the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles.

Takai began his career in 2003 with the Yakult Swallows, making his NPB debut on April 22, 2003.

On September 28, 2021, Yuhei announced he would be retiring from professional baseball following the 2021 season after 18 years.

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