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We would like to inform you that Koichiro Yoshimichi Academy Conditioning Coach has been named Top Team Physical Coach from 2023 season.

■Date of birth: April 17, 1976 (46 years old)
Place of birth: Kaizuka City, Osaka Prefecture
■ History of teaching:
2005〜2007 Gamba Osaka youth coach
2008 Gamba Osaka Coach
2009～2012.3 Gamba Osaka Physical trainer
2012.3 ~ 2017 Gamba Osaka Physical trainer
Physical coach of FC Tokyo 2018-2021
2022 Gamba Osaka Academy Conditioning coach

■ Comments from the person himself
“My name is Koichiro Yoshimichi and I have been appointed physical coach of Gamba Osaka.

Please be informed that it has been decided that Shoji Karayama who was on loan at Mito Hollyhock will extend his loan move for the 2023 season. Also, the deadline for the transfer is until 31/01/2024. Furthermore, Toyama will not be able to participate in any official matches against Gamba Osaka in the 2023 season due to his contract.

Date of birth: September 21, 2002 (age 20)
Place of birth: Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture
■Location: forward
■ Height/Weight: 178cm/65kg
Dominant foot: right foot
■ Blood group: Type A
■ Team history:
2020～2021.4 Gamba Osaka
2021.4-2021.12 Ehime FC (training type transfer)
2022 Hollyhock myth (timed sale)
■ Comments from the person himself
“I’ve decided to move to Mito Hollyhock next season on loan. I’ve been playing football at Gamba Osaka since I was 6 and the Expo is a place I’ve been wanting. I’ll keep scoring! I’ll do my best!”