Ataru Esaka

is a Japanese football player who plays as an Attacking midfielder for Fagiano Okayama.

Career

Esaka made his debut for Thespakusatsu Gunma against Yokohama FC on 8 March 2015. He scored his first goal for the club against Roasso Kumamoto on 15 March 2015, scoring in the 5th minute.

Esaka made his debut for Omiya against Gamba Osaka on 11 March 2016. He scored his first goal for the club against Sagan Tosu on 21 May 2016, scoring in the 74th minute.

Esaka made his debut for Kashiwa against Vegalta Sendai on 25 February 2018. He scored his first goals, a brace, against Gamba Osaka on 18 March 2018, scoring in the 8th and 18th minute.

Esaka made his debut for Urawa against Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo on 9 August 2021. He scored his first goal for the club on 14 August 2021 against Sagan Tosu, scoring a penalty in the 84th minute.

On 26 December 2022, Esaka was announced at Ulsan Hyundai.

On 23 December 2024, Esaka was announced at newly promoted club Fagiano Okayama from the 2025 season.

International career He made his debut for Japan national football team on 25 March 2021 in a friendly against South Korea.

Career statistics Club .

Honours Kashiwa Reysol J2 League: 2019

Urawa Red Diamonds Emperor's Cup: 2021 Japanese Super Cup: 2022 AFC Champions League: 2022

Ulsan Hyundai / Ulsan HD K League 1: 2023, 2024