13 Facts About Masahiko Inoha

Masahiko Inoha is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back or full-back.

Masahiko Inoha was on trial with several J League clubs before the graduation from his high school but failed to convince any club to sign him.

Masahiko Inoha decided to continue his study and football at Hannan University.

Masahiko Inoha signed with FC Tokyo after a successful trial and he took a leave of absence from the university with which he is still enrolled as of April 2008.

Masahiko Inoha received a call-up twice in 2006 for the national squad.

Masahiko Inoha was transferred to the reigning J League champions Kashima in 2008.

Masahiko Inoha was a key member of Japan's Under-23 team, however he failed to join the U-23 squad to compete in the Beijing Olympics football competition.

Masahiko Inoha was included in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup finals and made his full international debut on 17 January 2011 against Saudi Arabia.

Masahiko Inoha struggled to adapt to Croatian life, stating reasons such as difficulty to learn the new language and no other Asian players in the side as main factors.

Masahiko Inoha was fined by the club for missing three training sessions before finally rescinding his contract and returning to Japan in late January 2012.

Masahiko Inoha made 16 appearances in his single season for Hajduk Split.

Masahiko Inoha signed for Vissel Kobe as a free agent in early 2012.

Masahiko Inoha made 25 appearances and scored a single goal in his first season for Iwata in the Japanese first division but unfortunately they finished in 17th place and were relegated.