Yasuhito Endō

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Yasuhito Endō's career is marked by remarkable longevity and consistency. He holds the record for the most J.League appearances with 672 games, a testament to his durability and skill. He also earned 152 caps for Japan, the most for any male player, and was a key figure in two Asian Cup triumphs. His individual accolade as Asian Player of the Year in 2009 capped a period where he was widely regarded as one of Asia's best midfielders.

AwardsYasuhito Endō won the AFC Asian Player of the Year award in 2009, recognizing his outstanding performances for club and country. He also helped Japan win the AFC Asian Cup in 2004 and 2011, and was part of the Gamba Osaka team that won the J.League title and AFC Champions League.

Records & Feats

Most J.League appearances

Career Milestone·2023

Endō made 672 appearances in the J.League, the most in the competition's history.

Most-capped Japanese male player

Career Milestone·2015

With 152 caps for Japan, Endō holds the record for the most international appearances by a Japanese male footballer.

Over 1,100 official career appearances

Career Milestone·2023

Endō is one of the few players worldwide to have played more than 1,100 official matches in his career.