After graduating from high school, he joined Yokohama F. Marinos in 2001.
In 2015, he returned to Japan and his local club Kagoshima United FC.
In June 2001, Tahara was selected Japan U-20 national team for 2001 World Youth Championship.
At this tournament, he played all 3 matches and scored a goal against Czech Republic.
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