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Naoki Nagao
Naoki (直樹) is a masculine Japanese given name and surname. Notable people with the name include: *, Japanese long jumper * Naoki Bandou, voice actor *Naoki Harada (原田直樹, born 1991), Japanese footballer *, Japanese footballer *Naoki Hattori (born 1966), race car driver *, Japanese footballer *, Japanese journalist, historian, social critic and biographer *, Japanese mixed martial artist * Naoki Izumiya (born 1951), president and CEO of Asahi Breweries *Naoki Kawamata (born 1985), Japanese rugby union player *, Japanese dancer and actor *Naoki Kodaka, Japanese composer *Naoki Maeda (other), multiple people *, Japanese novelist and comedian *, Japanese baseball player * Naoki Matsuda (1977-2011), soccer player * Naoki Matsudo (born 1973), motorbike racer *, Japanese footballer *, Japanese swimmer * Naoki Nakagawa, tennis player *, Japanese television personality * Naoki Sanjugo, novelist * , Japanese illustrator, manga artist, and YouTuber *, Japanese composer *, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kanji
are the logographic Chinese characters taken from the Chinese script and used in the writing of Japanese. They were made a major part of the Japanese writing system during the time of Old Japanese and are still used, along with the subsequently-derived syllabic scripts of '' hiragana'' and '' katakana''. The characters have Japanese pronunciations; most have two, with one based on the Chinese sound. A few characters were invented in Japan by constructing character components derived from other Chinese characters. After World War II, Japan made its own efforts to simplify the characters, now known as shinjitai, by a process similar to China's simplification efforts, with the intention to increase literacy among the common folk. Since the 1920s, the Japanese government has published character lists periodically to help direct the education of its citizenry through the myriad Chinese characters that exist. There are nearly 3,000 kanji used in Japanese names and in comm ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Matsuda
was a Japanese professional footballer who played as a central defender for the Japan national team. Club career Matsuda was born in Kiryu on 14 March 1977. After graduating from high school, he joined Yokohama Marinos (later ''Yokohama F. Marinos'') in 1995. From first season, he became a regular player and played as right back of three defence with Japan national team players Masami Ihara and Norio Omura. The club won the champions in 1995 J1 League. In 2000s, he mainly played as centre back with Yuji Nakazawa or Yuzo Kurihara, also played defensive midfielder. The club won the champions 2001 J.League Cup, 2003 and 2004 J1 League. Although he played as central player of Marinos in 16 seasons, he was sacked end of 2010 season. Matsuda moved to Japan Football League club Matsumoto Yamaga FC in 2011. Although he played for qualify for promote to J2 League, in 2 August, he collapsed for myocardial infarction during training. On 4 August, he died at the age of 34. His last m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Tanaka (other) (born 1992), Japanese kickboxer
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Naoki Tanaka may refer to: * Naoki Tanaka (comedian), television presenter and member of the comedy duo "Cocorico" * Naoki Tanaka (footballer) (born 1993), a footballer for Azul Claro Numazu *Naoki Tanaka (politician) (born 1940), a member of the Japanese House of Councillors from Niigata Prefectural electorate *Naoki Tanaka (kickboxer) Naoki Tanaka (田中直樹, born 24 June 1992) is a Japanese people, Japanese kickboxer, currently competing in the lightweight division of RISE (kickboxing), RISE, where he is the incumbent champion. A professional competitor since 2015, Tana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Takeshi
is a Japanese tokusatsu superhero fiction, superhero television series based on the ''Sailor Moon'' manga created by Naoko Takeuchi. It was produced by Toei Company. ''Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon'' (commonly referred to as ''PGSM'') was first broadcast by Chubu-Nippon Broadcasting, airing on that station in Nagoya and on the Japan News Network nationwide from October 4, 2003 to September 25, 2004. The series was a retelling of the first ''Sailor Moon'' story arc, albeit with considerable plot divergences. The opening theme, titled , was performed by J-pop singer Nanami Yumihara under the name . The series lasted 49 episodes (called "Acts") and also included two separate made-for-DVD specials. Plot In the Dark Kingdom, an organization of great evil, Queen Beryl, her generalsーthe Four Kings of Heavenー, and an amorphous evil power named Queen Metaria reside. They attempt to steal energy so that Beryl can take over the world. Standing in their way are the Sailor Guardians, fi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Soma
is a Japanese football manager and former player. He played for the Japan national team He is the current manager of Omiya Ardija. Club career Soma was born in Shizuoka on July 19, 1971. After graduating from Waseda University, he joined Kashima Antlers in 1994. He played as left-back and became one of the main player in a successful era of the club. In the 1990s, the club won several titles: the 1996 J.League, 1998 J.League, 1997 J.League Cup and 1997 Emperor's Cup. He was also selected for the Best Eleven for four years in a row (1995-1998). In 2000, the club won all three major titles in Japan: J1 League, J.League Cup and Emperor's Cup. However at Emperor's Cup in December 2000, he sustained an injury and he could not play for about a year. Although he came back in the latter half of 2001, his opportunity to play decreased behind Augusto. In 2002, he moved to Tokyo Verdy on loan. He returned to Kashima Antlers in 2003 and moved to Kawasaki Frontale in 2004. At Kawasak ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Segi
Segi Naoki (瀬木直貴, born 1963 in Mie Prefecture, Japan) is a Japanese film director A film director controls a film's artistic and dramatic aspects and visualizes the screenplay (or script) while guiding the film crew and actors in the fulfilment of that vision. The director has a key role in choosing the cast members, p .... Filmography *''Saka no ue no Maria'' (坂の上のマリア, lit. "Maria on the hill") (2001) *''Izure no Mori ka Aoki Umi'' (いずれの森か青き海) （2003） *'' Sennenbi'' (2004) External linksJMDb profile * 1963 births Living people Japanese film directors People from Mie Prefecture 21st-century Japanese people Date of birth missing (living people) {{Japan-film-director-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Sato (footballer)
is a Japanese footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Azul Claro Numazu of J3 League or simply J3 is the third division of . It was established in 2013 as the third-tier professional association football league in Japan. The third-tier nationwide league is a relatively recent development in Japanese football with a first attempt .... Career statistics Club . ;Notes References External links * 1996 births Living people Japanese footballers Men's association football midfielders J3 League players Azul Claro Numazu players {{Japan-footy-midfielder-1990s-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Satō
is a Japanese composer who has provided the music for several popular anime series including the first five '' Pretty Cure'' series, '' X'', '' Eureka Seven'', '' Sword of the Stranger'', and '' Blood-C''. He graduated from the Tokyo College of Music in 1993. At the 29th Japan Academy Prize in 2006, he won the Best Music prize for his work on the film '' Always Sanchōme no Yūhi (Always Sunset on Third Street)''. He also composed music for anime films such as '' Pretty Cure All Stars DX'' trilogy, '' Stand By Me Doraemon''. In live-action dramas, he provided music and soundtracks for TV dramas '' Good Luck!!'' ''Water Boys'', '' H2: Kimi to Ita Hibi'' and '' Ryōmaden''. He provided the music for the '' Space Battleship Yamato'' film, as well as the '' Rurouni Kenshin'' and ''Parasyte'' live-action film series. For the 38th Japan Academy Prize in 2015, he was nominated in the Best Score category for his work in '' The Eternal Zero''. While he did not win the award, ''The Et ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Saito
is a Japanese illustrator, manga artist, and YouTuber. He is a regular contributing artist for the ''Duel Masters Trading Card Game'', the ''Pokémon Trading Card Game'', and Hatsune Miku merchandise. He is also the main illustrator and character designer for the game ''Dragalia Lost''. As a manga artist, he wrote and illustrated '' Baki Domoe'' from 2010 to 2014. In addition, Saito runs a YouTube channel(s) offering advice on how to improve artwork and published two books based on its content. His main channel, which had roughly 1.3 million subscribers, was terminated for unknown reasons in late March of 2023. Career Saito debuted professionally at the age of 19, drawing artwork for the ''Duel Masters Trading Card Game''. He is a regular contributing illustrator for the ''Pokémon Trading Card Game'' and the main illustrator for ''Dragalia Lost''. From 2010 to 2014, he wrote and illustrated ''Baki Domoe'', a comedy spin-off of ''Baki the Grappler''. ''Baki Domoe'' was first la ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Sanjugo
was a pen name of a novelist in Taishō and Shōwa period Japan. His real name was . Early life Naoki Sanjūgo was born in what is now Chūō-ku, Osaka. The noted historian Uemura Seiji, specialist in East Asian history, was his brother. Against the wishes of his father, Naoki attended the preparatory schools of Waseda University to study English Literature but was forced to drop out of school on occasion due to his inability to pay the tuition. In 1920, he collaborated with Ton Satomi, Masao Kume, and Isamu Yoshii on the literary journal ''Ningen'' ("Human"). He returned to Osaka shortly after Great Kantō earthquake of 1923. At first, he attempted to work at a cosmetics company, but was soon drawn back to the literary world. Literary career At the invitation of Matsutarō Kawaguchi, Naoki started working in Osaka as editor of the literary magazine ''Kuraku'' ("Joys and Sorrows"), contributed his own works of fiction as well, and soon began publishing novels. Although intereste ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Nokubo
is a Japanese variety star from Iwata, Shizuoka. He is also in management at Breakpoint Inc. Biography Nokubo was born in Iwata, Shizuoka, formerly known as Toyodachô, Iwata-gun, Shizuoka. After graduating from Kinshin High School, Nokubo attended acting school in Tokyo with the intention of entering the entertainment industry. He later signed with Watanabe Entertainment, and, in August 2004, became one of the first members selected for the D-Boys group at the First D-Boys Audition. This event selected the members for the upcoming young actors' group. Nokubo appeared in the television drama ''Mother & Lover'' in October 2004. In 2005, he appeared in ''H2~Kimi toita Hibi'', which is considered his most notable debut work. He appeared on the "Entertainment Industry's Underwater Swimming Competition" section of the show ''Quiz Present Variety: Q-sama!!'' in July 2006. During a two-hour special aired in September 2005, he broke the 115 meter Japan record previously set by Yasuda ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naoki Nakagawa
is a Japanese tennis player. Nakagawa has a career high ATP singles ranking of world No, 531 achieved on 24 July 2017. He also has a career high ATP doubles ranking of world No. 726 achieved on 30. July 2018. As a junior, Nakagawa reached his highest ranking of number 9 in the world in the combined singles and doubles ITF junior ranking system. His junior tenure was highlighted and capped off by winning the boys' doubles title at the 2014 US Open where he alongside Australia's Omar Jasika defeated the Brazilian duo or Joao Menezes and Rafael Matos in straight sets ''6–3, 7–6(8–6)''. Nakagawa has reached 7 singles finals, with a record of 2 wins and 5 losses. Additionally, he has reached 5 doubles finals with a record of 2 wins and 3 losses. All 12 combined final appearances he has made come at the ITF Futures The ITF World Tennis Tour (formerly known as the ''ITF Men's World Tennis Tour'', and previously ''ITF Men's Circuit'') is a series of professional tennis tour ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
