Soccer J1, Tomoaki Makino (35), who was a defender of Vissel Kobe and was also active in the Japanese national team, will retire.
Makino is 35 years old from Hiroshima prefecture.
He is a defender who is known for his aggressive participation in attacks.
In his J-League debut in 2006, he made his debut for J1's Sanfrecce Hiroshima before moving to Urawa Reds.
He came on as a substitute in last season's Emperor's Cup final, even though he had already decided to leave the team.
Makino has been playing for Vissel since this year and has participated in a total of 415 games in J1, and has been selected as an excellent player of the year eight times.
During this time he also played for a year in the German First Division.
He has made 38 appearances for the Japan national team, including the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
In addition, Makino has played a role in leading the team he belongs to as a mood maker with his bright personality, and has been actively exposed to the media to liven up the league.
Makino will hold a press conference at Vissel's home, Noevir Stadium Kobe, on the 26th to explain why he decided to retire and his future activities.