is a former Japanese association football player.

Playing career

Takita was born in Saitama on May 16, 1967. After graduating from Tokai University, he joined his local club NTT Kanto in 1990. He played many matches as goalkeeper from first season. In 1992, he moved to Urawa Reds. He battles with Hisashi Tsuchida for the position for a long time. He could hardly play in the match until 1995. In 1996, he played full time in all matches because Tsuchida got hurt. He also scored a goal against Yokohama Flügels with a penalty shot on November 9, 1996. He became the first

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goalkeeper to score in the league. From 1997, he played many matches and became a regular goalkeeper from 1999. He retired with rival Tsuchida end of 2000 season.

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* 1967 births Living people Tokai University alumni Japanese men's footballers Japan Soccer League players J1 League players J2 League players Omiya Ardija players Urawa Red Diamonds players Men's association football goalkeepers Association football people from Saitama (city) {{Japan-footy-goalkeeper-stub