About Osamu Yamaji
Lived 1929 – 2021 (aged 91). Osamu Yamaji was a Japanese association football player.
was a Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
Club career Yamaji was born in Hyōgo Prefecture on 31 August 1929. After graduating from Waseda University, he played for Sumitomo Metal. He also played for Osaka SC and won the 2nd place at Emperor's Cup 3 times (1951, 1952 and 1953).
National team career In March 1954, Yamaji was selected Japan national team for 1954 World Cup qualification. At this qualification, on March 7, he debuted against South Korea.
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Who was Osamu Yamaji?
Japanese association football player (1929-2021)
When was Osamu Yamaji born?
Osamu Yamaji was born on 31 August 1929 in Hyōgo Prefecture.
When did Osamu Yamaji die?
Osamu Yamaji died on 26 January 2021 in Kanagawa Prefecture.
What was Osamu Yamaji's occupation?
Osamu Yamaji was an association football player.
What nationality was Osamu Yamaji?
Osamu Yamaji was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Osamu Yamaji. https://biography.guide/osamu-yamaji/
MLA: "Osamu Yamaji." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/osamu-yamaji/.
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