Yoshio Kikugawa 1944 – 2022

Biography

Yoshio Kikugawa was born on September 12, 1944, in Fujieda, Japan, during a time of significant change in the nation’s history. He would go on to dedicate his life to association football, becoming both a respected player and manager within Japanese sports circles. Throughout his career, Kikugawa contributed to the development and growth of football in Japan during the mid to late twentieth century.

Over his lifetime, Kikugawa worked in various capacities within the football community, applying his deep knowledge of the sport both on and off the field. His experience as both a player and manager provided him with unique insights into the game and allowed him to influence the next generation of athletes. His work left an imprint on Japanese football during an era when the sport was evolving in the country.

Yoshio Kikugawa passed away on December 2, 2022, in Kyoto at the age of 78, following complications from pneumonia. He is remembered for his lasting contributions to Japanese association football and the passion he brought to the sport throughout his life.