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Kawasaki Frontale (川崎フロンターレ, Kawasaki Furontāre) is a Japanese professional football club based in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, south of Tokyo. The club currently compete in the J1 League, which is the top tier of football in the country. Their home stadium is Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium in Nakahara Ward, located in the central area of Kawasaki.

Key Information

History

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Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium

Establishment and earlier years (1955–1977)

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The club was founded in 1955 as Fujitsu Soccer Club. It was one of many city clubs that comprised the Japan Soccer League (JSL), including Yomiuri (later Tokyo Verdy 1969), Toshiba (later Consadole Sapporo) and NKK SC (now defunct). They first made the JSL Division 1 in 1977, only to be relegated the next season.

Professional transition and relegations (1997–2000)

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Fujitsu's club became professional in 1997, and changed its name to "Kawasaki Frontale", which means "frontal" in Italian. The club old crest and colours are based on those of Brazilian side Grêmio, because both clubs have cooperated since 26 March 1997.[1]

The club joined the second division of the J.League in 1999 and went on to become the champion of the division. But in the next season, they sank to the bottom of J.League Division 1 and were relegated.

Frontale would not return to the top flight until 2000, when they were promoted to the rebranded J1. But they were once again dropped to the J2 at the end of the season.

Back to the top flight and AFC Champions League debut (2004–2007)

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In 2004, Frontale crowned champions of J2 and won promotion to J1 for the second time. With the former rival city clubs out of the way due to relocation or liquidation, they began building their power base in the city.

In 2006, the club achieved runners-up position in J1, their highest league position up to that time. As a result, they entered the AFC Champions League for the first time in 2007 from the group stage.

Kawasaki made important success in the competition, as they became the first Japanese club for qualifying its group stage before the eventual winners, Urawa Red Diamonds. However, they eventually lost in the quarter finals against Iranian club, Sepahan, in a penalty shoot-out, following two scoreless games.

Prominence era under Toru Oniki (2017–2024)

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After two more second-place finishes in 2008 and 2009, Kawasaki finally won the title in 2017, coming from behind to upstage bitter rivals Kashima Antlers after they were held to a draw at Júbilo Iwata, 16 seasons and 40 years after their first promotion to the top division.

Kawasaki became the first team to win four J1 titles in a five-year span. They came up short multiple times (2000, 2007, 2009 and 2017) but won their first J.League Cup in 2019, beating Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo on penalties. In 2020, they successfully won their third J1 League title with 83 points, staying 17 points clear off the runners-up, Gamba Osaka. They made sure of the title with four games to spare, which was a record under the 34-match league format. With a player depth not being restricted to the starting XI, Frontale managed to get the best out of the five substitutions allowed by the J. League, per FIFA recommendation, instated after the COVID-19 outbreak. A good example was a breakout season by Kaoru Mitoma, who started more matches on the bench than in the starting XI.[2]

In 2021, Frontale won their first title of the year in the opening match of the season, beating Gamba Osaka 3–2 in the 2021 Japanese Super Cup.

Raised standards, eye-catching performances, and increase of national team level players coming from Frontale led foreign clubs to pay attention to their players. Among the most significant departures, Frontale saw two major talents leaving the club mid-season. Kaoru Mitoma was included in the 2020 J.League Best XI in his first full season as a professional despite playing less than half of his matches as a starter for Frontale, being signed by Brighton & Hove Albion of the Premier League. The second one was midfielder, Ao Tanaka. The 2020 J.League Rookie of the Year which quickly earned his spot on the starting XI after turning professional, transferring to Fortuna Düsseldorf of 2. Bundesliga on loan, which later would have his deal turning permanent. They weren't the only departures leaving a mark on the team, as they followed Hidemasa Morita to Europe, as the latter went on to sign for Santa Clara of the Primeira Liga.

However, despite Frontale having their future performances being apparently threatened after these departures, the club went on to win the 2021 J1 League with a record-breaking season, which saw them: Winning the most points on a single J1 League season ever, with 92 points won on 38 matches; Achieving the fewest number of losses on a J1 League season, registering only two losses in total (the first J1 loss only came six months after the season opening); Being the joint unbeaten team at home matches in a J1 League season, equalling Urawa Red Diamonds's tally in 2006; Being the first ever J1 team to win more than 80 points on consecutive seasons.[3]

Leandro Damião, with 23 goals, was Frontale's individual highlight on the 2021 season, helping him win the MVP award, after being the joint league top-scorer and one of the players with the most assists of the tournament. The latter record was accomplished by another Frontale players, Miki Yamane, which also saw several call-ups for the Japan national football team throughout the 2021 and 2022 season, alongside other Frontale players and formers players, like the team captain Shogo Taniguchi, and midfielder Yasuto Wakizaka. They joined many other players who previously were selected for the national team while playing at Frontale.[4] Of the selected players, some players can be highlighted, like defender Yoshinobu Minowa, who was selected in 2005. After the 2006 FIFA World Cup, midfielder Kengo Nakamura and forward Kazuki Ganaha became new Japan internationals, especially Kengo Nakamura, who being a mainstay at club and country for a long time. Long-serving for the national team, goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima was also selected while at Frontale, making his debut on the 2008 East Asian Cup. Shuhei Terada, who played all of his 13-year professional career at Frontale, was also selected for the national team from 2008 to 2009.

After five consecutive seasons winning at least one major title from 2017 to 2021, Frontale tasted a season without winning any silverware for the entire 2022. Taking their previous overall season into account, the club went through an uninspired season, which saw early eliminations in all four competitions the club played that involved knockout-stage formats. In February, the club already saw their first match of the season resulting on a defeat, after losing 2–0 by Urawa Red Diamonds at the Super Cup. On April, the club was eliminated at the 2022 AFC Champions League at its group stage, finishing their group as runners-up, behind Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta'zim. In June, at the Emperor's Cup, Frontale were unexpectedly eliminated, at the third round of the competition, after being defeated by J2 League club Tokyo Verdy by 1–0.

On the latter half of the season, Frontale continued an atypically poor run of form. On August, the club started their campaign at the J.League Cup, entering the competition late in the double-legged quarterfinals, after receiving a bye from the early stages of the competition due to their AFC Champions League qualification. The club played this quarterfinal against Cerezo Osaka and was awarded the hosting rights of the tie's second leg. Despite not losing any of the two legs, Frontale didn't won any, either. At Cerezo, the match ended 1–1, giving a theoretical relief for Frontale ahead of the match, who only needed a 0–0 draw or a win to proceed in the competition. Frontale started the second leg winning 2–0, with Marcinho scoring two goals at the 40th and 53rd minute. Surprisingly, Frontale collapsed at the dying minutes of the match, conceding two heading goals at the 90th and 95th minute, respectively.

Following the elimination at the J.League Cup, only the J1 League title was then available for Frontale to chase. Oscillating placements throughout the campaign, the club still managed to finish five separate matchweeks at the top of the league in the first half of the season. In the second half of the season, though, never again did Frontale get past the second place. Serving as a minor consolation for their season, the club held to a hardly fought title chase alongside Sanfrecce Hiroshima (until the closing matchweeks). In December, at the 38th round, the last round of the season, Frontale were narrow two points away from first-placed Yokohama F. Marinos. A 13-goal difference was also in Frontale's way, meaning that in the more realistic scenario, Frontale needed to win their match and expect Marinos to lose theirs. Playing the round against FC Tokyo, Frontale were early threatened with a red card, as Jung Sung-ryong was sent off a few minutes after Frontale's first goal. Despite playing the rest of the match with 10 players, Frontale still managed to win past FC Tokyo by 3–2. Playing against Vissel Kobe, Marinos won the match by 3–1, and then were handed the J1 League title. On the plus side, finishing as the league's runners-up led the club to qualify for the 2023–24 AFC Champions League, entering the competition in the group stage.

On 9 December 2023, Frontale won the 2023 Emperor's Cup title, beating Kashiwa Reysol 8–7 in the penalty shootout after the match ended 0–0.[5] This second national cup victory resulting their qualification for the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite, entering directly from the league stage.

On 17 February 2024, Frontale defeated 2023 J1 League champions, Vissel Kobe, in the 2024 Japanese Super Cup at Japan National Stadium to clinch their third title of the competition.[6][7]

On 16 October 2024, it was announced that Toru Oniki would step down as head coach of the club at the end of the season, following the expiration of his contract.[8]

Mid-table finish and arrival of Shigetoshi Hasebe (2025–present)

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Following the departure of Oniki, along with mid-table finish at 8th position in both 2023 and 2024, it was announced by Frontale that Shigetoshi Hasebe, who left his position at Avispa Fukuoka, would become the new manager for 2025 season.[9] Hasebe began his tenure with a 4-0 victory over the Pohang Steelers in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite group stage, and followed up with a 4–0 win over Nagoya Grampus in the J1 League opener. Kawasaki went on to defeat Chinese club Shanghai Shenghua with an aggregate of 5–1 in the AFC Champions League Elite round of 16 tie, thus advancing to the quarter-finals.

Playing at a centralized venue on Saudi Arabia from this stage on, Kawasaki faced off against Qatari side Al Sadd at the quarter-finals. Club captain Yasuto Wakizaka scored the winner in extra time putting the team to win 3–2, thus advancing to the club first ever semi-finals in the AFC Champions League Elite. They ended up qualifying to their first final as well, as Kawasaki beat Al-Nassr by the same 3–2 score, this time during the usual 90 minutes. At the final, they faced another Saudi Pro League team, Al-Ahli on 3 May 2025. Despite their efforts, Kawasaki finished the 2024–25 AFC Champions League as runners-up, losing by 2–0 to the saudi side.

Rivalries

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Tamagawa Clásico

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Frontale's rivalry with FC Tokyo is known as the Tamagawa Clásico (using the Spanish word "Clásico" as used in derbies in Spain and Latin America). The two clubs first met in the inaugural Kanto Soccer League in 1967, but did not meet again until 1991 in the old Japan Soccer League (JSL) Division 2 and were rivals for promotion to the J.League in the 1990s. They co-founded the new J2 League in 1999 and were promoted together the same year; although Frontale were immediately relegated, they were promoted again in 2005 and the two clubs have regularly met since.

Frontale also has a Tamagawa rivalry with Tokyo Verdy, which was originally also based in Kawasaki and subsequently moved to Chōfu in 2000. The two clubs were co-founders of the JSL Division 2 in 1972 and, although they spent 20 seasons (1979 to 1999) in separate tiers, their rivalry was rekindled in the late 1990s as Kawasaki fans deserted Tokyo Verdy to support Frontale, who were seen as a more community-focused club. Their fortunes have since been reversed, as Frontale is now a top flight mainstay while Tokyo Verdy sunk into the second tier in 2005, only recently being promoted back to J1 in 2024.

Affiliated clubs

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Kit and colours

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Kit sponsors

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Season(s) Main Shirt Sponsor Collarbone Sponsor Additional Sponsor(s) Kit Manufacturer
2017 Fujitsu - SMBC Nikko Securities @nifty Fujitsu Marketing PFU Puma
2018 - /
RENOSY		 - /
Fujitsu BSC		 Fujitsu Fsas
2019 RENOSY Fujitsu BSC
2020 Fujitsu Marketing /
Fujitsu Japan
2021 Anker Japan Fujitsu Japan - /
Matsuo Komuten
2022 Matsuo Komuten
2023 PwC Consulting Ebara Food Industry
2024

Kit evolution

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Current squad

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As of 20 August 2025.[11][12][13]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
1 GK  KOR Jung Sung-ryong
4 DF  BRA Jesiel
5 DF  JPN Asahi Sasaki (vice-captain)
6 MF  JPN Yuki Yamamoto
7 DF  JPN Shintaro Kurumaya
8 MF  JPN Kento Tachibanada
9 FW  BRA Erison
10 MF  JPN Ryota Oshima
11 FW  JPN Yu Kobayashi
13 DF  JPN Sota Miura
14 MF  JPN Yasuto Wakizaka (captain)
15 DF  JPN Shuto Tanabe
16 MF  JPN Yuto Ozeki
17 FW  JPN Tatsuya Ito
19 MF  JPN So Kawahara
21 GK  JPN Shunsuke Andō
22 DF  CRO Filip Uremović
No. Pos. Nation Player
23 FW  BRA Marcinho
24 FW  JPN Ten Miyagi
27 DF  JPN Ryota Kamihashi
29 MF  JPN Toya Myogan
30 DF  JPN Hiroto Noda
31 DF  JPN Sai van Wermeskerken
32 DF  JPN Shunsuke Hayashi Type 2
33 GK  KOR Lee Keun-hyeong
34 MF  JPN Shuto Yamaichi DSP
35 DF  JPN Yuichi Maruyama (vice-captain)
36 FW  JPN Kyosuke Mochiyama DSP
37 DF  JPN Noriharu Kan Type 2
38 FW  JPN Soma Kanda
39 DF  JPN Kaito Tsuchiya
41 MF  JPN Akihiro Ienaga
91 FW  SRB Lazar Romanić
98 GK  JPN Louis Yamaguchi

Out on loan

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
26 MF  JPN Hinata Yamauchi (on loan at Vegalta Sendai)
28 MF  BRA Patrick Verhon (on loan at FC Imabari)
34 MF  JPN Kota Yui (on loan at Fukushima United)
44 DF  COL César Haydar (on loan at Colombia Atlético Nacional)
— GK  JPN Yuki Hayasaka (on loan at Iwaki FC)
No. Pos. Nation Player
— DF  JPN Yuto Matsunagane (on loan at Fukushima United)
— MF  JPN Takatora Einaga (on loan at FC Ryukyu)
— MF  BRA Zé Ricardo (on loan at Shonan Bellmare)
— FW  JPN Taiyo Igarashi (on loan at Tochigi SC)

Kawasaki Frontale U-18

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Below are list of U-18 team players belong to Kawasaki Frontale academy that competing in 2025 Prince Takamado U-18 Premier League, the top-flight league for U-18 team of football clubs and senior high school football teams in the country. Only registered players for the competition will be displayed.

As of 3 April 2025.[14][15]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
1 GK  JPN Naoto Matsuzawa
2 DF  JPN Noriharu Kan (vice-captain)
3 DF  JPN Asuto Fujita (vice-captain)
4 DF  JPN Shunsuke Hayashi (captain)
5 MF  JPN Haruki Kusuda
6 MF  JPN Rensuke Fujii
7 MF  JPN Issei Hirauchi
8 MF  JPN Kakeru Shimbori
9 FW  JPN Yutaro Onda (vice-captain)
10 MF  JPN Hayato Hiratsuka (vice-captain)
11 FW  JPN Hiroto Luka Stemper
13 DF  JPN Ryota Kashimura
14 MF  JPN Hiroto Ogawa
15 DF  JPN Kaito Luca Patience
16 GK  JPN Haruki Izawa
17 FW  JPN Neo Hirose
19 GK  JPN Kantaro Iwata
20 MF  JPN Eita Mikami
21 GK  JPN Kanta Okamoto
No. Pos. Nation Player
22 DF  JPN Yohei Yamakawa
23 DF  JPN Kyo Kikuchi
24 DF  JPN Kosuke Nagasaki
25 MF  JPN Shota Ogawa
26 MF  JPN Katsuyoshi Kinoshita
27 DF  JPN Hiruzu Sakai
28 DF  JPN Takuma Sasakura
29 DF  JPN Louis Imahiro
30 DF  JPN Yuta Kawanishi
31 DF  JPN Shuto Oda
32 MF  JPN Kō Kato
33 GK  JPN Ryuto Ueki
34 MF  JPN Hayato Takeuchi
35 MF  JPN Kazato Kimura
36 FW  JPN Kyu Kawamura
37 FW  JPN Seiyo Sogo
38 FW  JPN Quan Tianhai
39 FW  JPN Koga Nishikawa

Club officials

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Club officials for 2025 season.

Position Name
Manager Japan Shigetoshi Hasebe
Assistant manager Japan Yasuhiro Nagahashi
Coaches Japan Yuki Yoshida
Japan Masashi Oguro
Japan Hideki Sahara
Japan Kazuno Nakashima
Goalkeeper coach Japan Tomoaki Ishino
Strength and Conditioning Coach Japan Sotaro Higuchi
Assistant S&C coach Japan Keisuke Matsumoto
Analyst India Shlok Asher
Trainer Japan Yoji Hirahara
Japan Tomohisa Seki
Japan Katsuhiro Suzuki
Japan Naoya Kinoshima
Physiotherapist Japan Hiroshi Nishimura
Japan Ryota Kudo
Interpreter Japan Kazuya Nakayama
Japan Hiroto Furukawa
South Korea Kim Myong-ho
Roupeiro Japan Hiroyuki Ito
Side manager Japan Takashi Seto
Japan Akito Kobayashi
Scouting Japan Tatsuru Mukojima
Doctor Japan Hiroshi Iwaso
Japan Hidetaka Goto
Japan Yutaro Ishida
Japan Ryota Kuzuhara
Japan Eisaburo Honda
Japan Kensuke Kimura

Records and statistics

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Further information: List of Kawasaki Frontale records and statistics
Champions Runners-up Third place Promoted Relegated
Season Div. Teams Pos. Avg. Attd. J.League Cup Emperor's Cup Super Cup AFC CL
1997 JFL 16 3rd Did not enter 3rd round – –
1998 2nd Group stage –
1999 J2 10 1st 5,396 1st round 4th round
2000 J1 16 16th 7,439 Runners-up 3rd round
2001 J2 12 7th 3,784 Quarter finals Semi-finals
2002 4th 5,247 Did not qualify Quarter finals
2003 3rd 7,258 4th round
2004 1st 9,148 5th round
2005 J1 18 8th 13,658 Group stage Quarter finals
2006 2nd 14,340 Semi-finals 5th round
2007 5th 17,338 Runners-up Semi-finals Quarter finals
2008 2nd 17,565 Group stage 5th round –
2009 18,847 Runners-up Quarter finals Quarter finals
2010 5th 18,562 Semi-finals 4th round Group stage
2011 11th 17,340 2nd round –
2012 8th 17,807 Group stage
2013 3rd 16,644 Semi-finals Quarter finals
2014 6th 16,661 3rd round Round of 16
2015 5th 20,999 Group stage 4th round –
2016 3rd 22,136 Runners-up
2017 1st 22,112 Runners-up Quarter finals Quarter finals
2018 23,218 Quarter finals Runners-up Group stage
2019 4th 23,272 Winners 4th round Winners
2020 † 1st 7,862 Semi-final Winners – –
2021 † 20 7,342 Quarter finals Semi-finals Winners Round of 16
2022 18 2nd 17,939 Quarter finals 3rd round Runners-up Group stage
2023 8th 19,840 Group Stage Winners – Round of 16
2024 20 21,067 Semi-final 3rd round Winners Runners-up
2025 TBD TBD TBD –

League history

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  • Regional (Kanto Soccer League): 1967–71 (as Fujitsu)
  • Division 2 (JSL Div. 2): 1972–76 (as Fujitsu)
  • Division 1 (JSL Div. 1): 1977–78
  • Division 2 (JSL Div. 2): 1979–91
  • Division 2 (former JFL Div. 1): 1992–98 (as Fujitsu 1992–95; Fujitsu Kawasaki 1996; Kawasaki Frontale 1997–present)
  • Division 2 (J2): 1999
  • Division 1 (J1): 2000
  • Division 2 (J2): 2001–04
  • Division 1 (J1): 2005–present

Total (as of 2021): 20 seasons in the top tier, 30 seasons in the second tier and 5 seasons in the Regional Leagues.

Honours

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As Fujitsu SC (1955–1996) and Kawasaki Frontale (1997–present) :

Kawasaki Frontale honours
Honour No. Years
Kanto Soccer League 1 1968
Japan Soccer League Division 2/J2 League 3 1976, 1999, 2004
J1 League 4 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021
J.League Cup 1 2019
Japanese Super Cup 3 2019, 2021, 2024
Emperor's Cup 2 2020, 2023

Personnel awards

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World Cup players

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The following players have been selected by their country in the World Cup, while playing for Kawasaki Frontale:

Olympic players

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The following players have represented their country at the Summer Olympic Games whilst playing for Kawasaki Frontale:

Managerial history

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Manager Nat. Tenure
Kazuo Saito  Japan 1997 (resigned in halfway)
Everaldo Pierrotti  Brazil 1997 (till the season end)
Beto 1998–99 (resigned in halfway)
Ikuo Matsumoto  Japan 1999 (till the season end)
Zeca  Brazil 2000 (resigned in halfway)
Toshiaki Imai  Japan 2000 (after Zeca, resigned)
Hiroshi Kobayashi 2000 (till the season end)
Yoshiharu Horii January 2001 – June 2001 (resigned in halfway)
Nobuhiro Ishizaki July 2001& – December 2003 (after Horii)
Takashi Sekizuka January 2004 – April 2008 (resigned in halfway due to illness)
Tsutomu Takahata May 2008 – December 2008 (till the season end)
Takashi Sekizuka January 2009 – December 2009 (returned)
Tsutomu Takahata January 2010 – December 2010 (returned)
Naoki Soma January 2011 – 11 April 2012 (sacked in halfway)
Tatsuya Mochizuki 12 April 2012 – 22 April 2012 (interim)
Yahiro Kazama 23 April 2012 – 31 December 2016
Toru Oniki 1 February 2017 – 11 December 2024
Shigetoshi Hasebe 12 December 2024 – present

References

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Kawasaki Frontale is a professional football club based in Prefecture, , that competes in the , the top division of Japanese professional football. Originally established in 1955 as the recreational team of electronics company , known as Fujitsu Football Club, it transitioned to a fully professional outfit and adopted the name Kawasaki Frontale in 1997, reflecting its commitment to leading from the front in the sport. The club plays its home games at , a multi-purpose venue with a capacity of approximately 27,000 spectators located in the city's Nakahara Ward. Kawasaki Frontale's history traces back to its participation in the (JSL) as an amateur side, where it achieved moderate success before the professional era began in 1993. After early struggles, including relegations, the club earned promotion to J1 in 2005 and has since become a dominant force, winning four league titles in 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2021 under manager (2017–2025). These domestic successes are complemented by two victories in 2020 and 2023, a in 2019, and four Super Cup triumphs in 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2024. On the continental stage, Kawasaki Frontale has represented prominently in the AFC Champions League, reaching the quarter-finals multiple times and finishing as runners-up in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite edition under current manager Shigetoshi Hasebe. Known for its attacking style and youth development, the club maintains strong ties with and emphasizes community engagement in Kawasaki, boasting a dedicated fanbase symbolized by its sky-blue and black colors. In the season, Frontale finished eighth, securing qualification for the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two. As of November 2025, under manager Shigetoshi Hasebe, Frontale sit 6th in the 2025 .

History

Establishment and early years (1955–1996)

Kawasaki Frontale traces its origins to 1955, when it was founded as the Fujitsu Soccer Club, an amateur team organized by employees of the electronics corporation in Prefecture. The club emerged as part of Japan's post-war corporate sports culture, where companies supported recreational teams to boost employee morale and community engagement. Initially competing in local and regional leagues, Fujitsu SC dominated the Kanto Soccer League, securing multiple championships from 1967 to 1971 that qualified it for national competition. In 1972, the team entered the (JSL), starting in the Second Division as one of several corporate-backed sides. Throughout the and , Fujitsu FC maintained a presence in the JSL's lower tier, achieving promotion to the First Division for the 1977–78 season before facing relegation the following year. The club's structure meant players were primarily Fujitsu staff, blending corporate loyalty with football development and emphasizing team-oriented play reflective of company values. As the JSL evolved amid growing calls for in the late 1980s and early 1990s, SC transitioned to the in 1992, continuing its semi-professional operations. The team focused on nurturing local talent from Kawasaki while strengthening ties to the community, hosting matches at facilities like Todoroki Athletics Stadium. In 1996, to align with impending requirements and cultivate a city-based identity, the club separated from direct sponsorship and adopted the name Kawasaki Frontale, drawing from Italian terminology to evoke a forward-attacking ethos. This shift preserved the club's foundational corporate roots while positioning it for full professionalism.

Professional era and initial challenges (1997–2003)

Kawasaki Frontale transitioned to professional status in , severing ties with its parent company and adopting the name "Frontale," inspired by the Italian word for "frontal" to symbolize an aggressive playing style. The club competed in the (JFL), the third tier at the time, finishing fifth in 1997 with 8 wins, 10 draws, and 12 losses (34 points). In , Frontale improved to second place in the JFL with 17 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses (61 points), earning promotion to the newly established Division 2 (J2) for the 1999 season alongside Kyoto Purple Sanga. This marked the club's entry into the professional structure following the league's expansion. Under manager Toshiaki Imai, the team adapted to the professional environment, focusing on local fan engagement in Kawasaki. Frontale made an immediate impact in J2 by winning the inaugural 1999 championship with 13 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses (42 points), securing promotion to J1 as the league's first-ever J2 champions, joined by runners-up . Key contributions came from players like midfielder Naoki Soma and forward Masahiro Shimmyo, who helped the team score 56 goals. However, their 2000 J1 campaign was challenging; they finished 16th out of 18 teams with only 8 wins, 7 draws, and 19 losses, resulting in immediate relegation—the first such occurrence for a promoted J2 side. In the 2000 , Frontale reached the final but lost 1–0 to . Returning to J2, Frontale faced ongoing challenges, including mediocre finances that limited squad depth and led to heavy reliance on a core group of players, exacerbating injury impacts. League performances were inconsistent: sixth place in 2001 (9 wins, 7 draws, 6 losses), eighth in 2002 (7 wins, 7 draws, 8 losses), and a stronger third place in 2003 (14 wins, 4 draws, 4 losses) under manager Nobuhiro Ishizaki. Foreign signings like Brazilian forward Betinho provided sporadic boosts, but the period was marked by financial constraints and corporate restructuring efforts to stabilize operations, culminating in a near-bankruptcy scare in 2002 that required local support to avert dissolution.

Rise to prominence and international debut (2004–2016)

Kawasaki Frontale returned to the in 2004 after clinching the title, marking their second promotion to the top flight and ending a period of instability following previous relegations. Under manager Takashi Sekizuka, who assumed control that year, the club adopted a consistent tactical centered on fluid attacking play and possession-based football, which laid the foundation for sustained competitiveness in the professional era. This approach contributed to a solid debut season in J1 in 2005, where Frontale finished eighth, avoiding relegation and building momentum. The team's progress accelerated in , securing a runners-up position in J1—their best league finish to date—which qualified them for continental competition and highlighted their growing resilience. In 2007, Frontale made their international debut in the AFC Champions League, entering the group stage after their domestic success; they advanced as runners-up in Group H with notable victories, including a 3-1 win over Arema Malang, before exiting in the quarterfinals against Sepahan. That same year, under Sekizuka's guidance, they reached the final, losing 1-0 to , which underscored their deepening cup pedigree despite mid-table league finishes. Throughout the early 2010s, Frontale stabilized as a mid-to-upper-table J1 side, recording positions such as eighth in 2012, third in 2013, and sixth in both 2014 and 2015, reflecting gradual improvements in squad depth and tactical execution under successive managers including Naoki Soma (2009–2011) and Yahiro Kazama (2012–2013). Cup competitions provided highlights during this phase, with a semifinal run in the 2012 , where they fell to eventual winners , and consistent quarterfinal appearances in the . By 2016, under interim leadership transitioning toward long-term stability, they achieved another third-place league finish, solidifying their status as a consistent contender without yet claiming major silverware. This period of consolidation was supported by key infrastructure developments, including the 2015 reconstruction and expansion of the main stand at Todoroki Athletics Stadium, increasing capacity to approximately 27,000 seats and enhancing facilities for professional matches. These investments aligned with significant fan base growth, as average home attendance rose from around 11,000 in 2005 to over 20,000 by 2016, driven by successful on-pitch performances and initiatives promoting local pride.

Dominant period under Toru Oniki (2017–2024)

Toru Oniki was appointed as Kawasaki Frontale's first-team manager in May 2017, succeeding Yahiro Kazama midway through the season, and immediately guided the club to their first J1 League title that year, marking their inaugural major domestic honor after 40 years in the top flight. Under Oniki's leadership, Frontale secured consecutive J1 League championships in 2018, establishing a foundation of sustained excellence built on the club's earlier development of a possession-oriented playing philosophy during the mid-2010s. The team complemented these league successes with additional silverware, including the 2019 J.League Cup victory over Nagoya Grampus and the 2020 Emperor's Cup triumph against Gamba Osaka, achieving a domestic double that season. Further accolades followed, with the 2023 Emperor's Cup won via an 8–7 penalty shootout against Kashiwa Reysol after a goalless draw, underscoring Oniki's ability to deliver in high-stakes knockout competitions. Central to Frontale's attacking prowess during this era were key contributors like Brazilian striker , who joined in 2020 and netted 23 goals in the season, earning him the league's MVP award and powering the team's fluid, high-pressing offensive system. Oniki's tactical evolution emphasized rapid transitions and intricate passing patterns, often deploying a 4-3-3 formation that prioritized width and overloads in the final third, as exemplified in their dominant 2020 final performance where they controlled possession while creating multiple scoring opportunities. This style not only yielded four J1 titles between 2017 and 2021 but also integrated homegrown talents such as defender Shogo Taniguchi and midfielder , who transitioned seamlessly from the club's academy into pivotal roles, reflecting Oniki's commitment to blending youth development with experienced imports. From 2019 to 2024, Frontale maintained competitive edge with runner-up finishes in 2019 and 2022, though they slipped to eighth in 2023 amid fixture congestion from continental commitments. In Asian competition, the team showcased group-stage dominance in the , winning all six matches with 27 goals scored and advancing to the round of 16, where they fell to Ulsan Hyundai on penalties after 120 goalless minutes, highlighting their defensive solidity under Oniki. This period also saw enhanced youth integration, with academy products like forward emerging as key attackers before his 2023 move to Europe, contributing to a squad depth that sustained multiple trophy challenges. Oniki's tenure boosted Frontale's popularity, with average home attendance rising to over 21,000 per match by 2023–2024, including sellouts exceeding 25,000 for title-deciding fixtures, reflecting the appeal of their entertaining, goal-heavy style that averaged more than two goals per game across the era.

Recent developments and Shigetoshi Hasebe era (2025–present)

Following the conclusion of the season, long-time manager departed Kawasaki Frontale after eight years at the helm, during which the club secured multiple domestic titles. On December 12, 2024, the club announced the appointment of Shigetoshi Hasebe as the new for the 2025 campaign, with his tenure officially beginning on February 1, 2025. Hasebe, previously at the helm of from 2020 to 2024, brought experience in stabilizing mid-table teams and implementing disciplined defensive structures. In the 2025 , Kawasaki Frontale occupied a solid sixth position in the standings as of November 15, 2025, with 15 wins, 13 draws, and 9 losses, accumulating 58 points and a of +16 (67 goals scored, 51 conceded) after 37 matches. This mid-to-upper-table standing reflects a transitional season marked by inconsistent domestic form, including a 2-0 defeat to on October 26 and a 1-1 draw against on November 8. Key matches have highlighted defensive resilience, such as a 1-1 draw away at Sanga on October 4 and a high-scoring 4-4 home draw against on September 28, though the team has struggled with finishing in tight contests. Hasebe has introduced tactical shifts toward a more balanced 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing improved defensive organization and quick transitions to counter the high-pressing style prevalent in , resulting in a noticeable reduction in goals conceded compared to prior seasons. Squad adjustments have been pivotal amid the transition, with several key departures midway through the year, including midfielder Kota Yamada, who moved to a European club, disrupting midfield creativity and forcing reliance on younger talents. Incoming transfers focused on bolstering the backline, such as the acquisition of defender Tatsuya Mochizuki from the academy ranks, while injuries to forward Erison in the summer sidelined him for eight matches, contributing to a dip in attacking output. These changes have prompted a partial rebuild, with Hasebe integrating academy products like 19-year-old Soma Kanda to inject energy, though the team has averaged only 1.8 goals per game in the league. Kawasaki Frontale's 2025 cup campaigns have provided brighter spots, particularly in continental competition. In the , they advanced past the second round with a 4-3 victory over Fukushima United on November 6, 2025, but were eliminated in the third round by (0-0 aet, 1-3 pens) on November 12, 2025. Their standout achievement came in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite, where they reached the final as East Zone representatives but fell 2–0 to on May 4, 2025, in , finishing as runners-up after dramatic semifinal (3–2 extra-time win over Al-Nassr) and quarterfinal (victory over Al Sadd) triumphs. This run showcased Hasebe's early impact on European-style tactical discipline against high-profile opponents. Looking ahead, Hasebe's strategy emphasizes youth development and defensive solidity to challenge for top-four finishes in future J1 seasons, with club officials signaling investments in squad depth for 2026. Fan reactions have been mixed but largely supportive, praising the AFC final appearance as a "shining" moment on the Asian stage despite domestic frustrations, with Hasebe earning acclaim for uplifting young players and fostering resilience against financially superior rivals. groups have voiced on social platforms, viewing the runners-up finish as a foundation for renewed domestic contention.

Stadium and facilities

Main stadium

The , located at 1-1 Todoroki, Nakahara-ku, Prefecture, serves as the primary home venue for Kawasaki Frontale. Originally opened in 1962 as a multi-purpose athletics facility within Todoroki Ryokuchi Park, the stadium was designed to host events alongside other sports, reflecting Kawasaki's post-war urban development efforts to provide local recreational spaces. Kawasaki Frontale began using it as their main ground in 1999 upon entering the J.League's second division, marking a shift from earlier temporary venues and solidifying its role in the club's professional era. The stadium's were acquired by in 2024, renaming it Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu through 2029, in line with the company's sponsorship ties to the club dating back to its origins as a Fujitsu corporate team. The venue features a natural grass pitch measuring 105 meters by 68 meters, surrounded by a 400-meter , which accommodates both football matches and competitions under the management of Kawasaki City. Its current capacity stands at 27,495 seated spectators following phased upgrades that enhanced accessibility and spectator comfort. Notable renovations include a 1986 expansion for additional seating, a major 1994 modernization that installed approximately 6,000 new seats, electronic scoreboards, and a partial roof over the stands, as well as further improvements in 1995 and 2015 to the main stand structure and facilities like restrooms and concessions. These developments have transformed the original concrete bowl into a more fan-oriented space while preserving its multi-use purpose, though the track's presence creates a notable distance between the pitch and lower seating tiers, a common design in Japanese stadiums adapted for soccer. In Kawasaki Frontale's history, the stadium has been central to the club's rise, hosting pivotal J1 League title celebrations, including the 2021 championship-clinching match amid limited crowds due to pandemic restrictions. It has drawn fervent support for high-stakes derbies, such as those against Tokyo Verdy in the Tamagawa Clásico, contributing to the club's reputation for vibrant atmospheres despite the athletics layout. The record attendance was 25,694, set during a 2016 home match against a Japanese national team selection, underscoring the venue's appeal during peak eras of success. Beyond club games, it has hosted international events like American football's 2007 IFAF World Championship final, highlighting its broader sporting significance. Ongoing discussions by Kawasaki City include potential redevelopment to create a dedicated soccer stadium by removing the track and expanding capacity to around 35,000, with initial sketches released in 2021, though no construction has commenced as of late 2025, balancing community athletics needs with football demands.

Training ground and academy facilities

Kawasaki Frontale's primary training facility is the Asao Ground, located at 1517-10 Katahira in Asao Ward, Kawasaki City, . This site serves as the main practice venue for both senior and youth teams, featuring multiple pitches designed for daily training sessions, tactical drills, and physical conditioning. The ground supports the club's high-intensity playing style by providing dedicated areas for technical work and recovery, with adjacent amenities including changing rooms and basic medical support to facilitate year-round operations. The youth academy, established alongside the club's transition to professional status in the late , has evolved into a cornerstone of Kawasaki Frontale's talent pipeline, encompassing teams from U-6 to U-18 levels. The U-18 squad competes in the elite Prince Takamado U-18 , where it secured the East Division title in its inaugural season in 2022, marking a significant milestone in the academy's competitive history. Lower age groups, such as the U-15 team, regularly participate in national championships like the All-Japan U-15 Soccer Championship, contributing to a track record of regional successes that underscore the academy's focus on progressive development. Integration between the academy and first team is seamless, with direct promotions enabling young players to train alongside professionals and debut in matches. Notable graduates include midfielder , who rose through the youth ranks to become a key first-team contributor before transferring abroad, and defender Kota Takai, an academy product who broke into the senior squad in 2024 with 22 appearances and two goals in his breakthrough season. Similarly, forward Shin Yamada progressed from the academy to the first team before transferring to in 2025, exemplifying the pathway's effectiveness in nurturing homegrown talent. Facility upgrades have included investments in modern infrastructure to enhance player welfare and performance analytics, aligning with the club's long-term strategy of sustainable growth. Partnerships, such as collaborations with international academies like for joint training camps in 2025, bolster technical exchanges and global exposure. These elements play a pivotal role in the player development strategy, emphasizing a possession-based "Kawasaki Way" philosophy that prioritizes technical proficiency, tactical intelligence, and to produce versatile professionals capable of competing at the highest levels.

Culture and identity

Rivalries

Kawasaki Frontale's most prominent rivalry is the Tamagawa Clásico with , stemming from their geographical proximity across the , which separates and . The derby traces its roots to 1999, when Frontale entered the alongside (then known as before its rebranding), but it was formally branded as the Tamagawa Clásico in 2007 through a joint promotional effort by both clubs to heighten its status. This initiative transformed the matchup into one of the J.League's marquee fixtures, emphasizing regional pride and competitive intensity, with matches often drawing over 20,000 spectators and influencing mid-table or title-contending positions in the league standings. In head-to-head encounters, Frontale holds a dominant record against . As of November 2025, across 46 matches since 1999, Frontale has secured 26 victories, 13, and 7 draws, with Frontale scoring 91 goals to 's 56. Memorable derbies include Frontale's 3-0 away win on March 29, 2025, at , extending their unbeaten streak to three matches and solidifying their psychological edge. These games are characterized by high stakes and fervent atmospheres, where fan chants and displays amplify the cultural significance, often deciding key points in the season. Another key rivalry is the Kanagawa Derby against , fueled by the shared prefecture and contrasting club identities—Frontale as the upstart from Kawasaki and Marinos as the established powerhouse from . The fixture has been contested regularly since both clubs' J1 tenures overlapped in the early 2000s, evolving into a heated contest that highlights intra-prefectural competition and frequently impacts the title race given both teams' consistent contention for honors. Frontale enjoys a slight historical advantage in this . In 46 meetings as of October 2025, Frontale has 20 wins, Marinos 16, and 10 draws, with goals at 79-73 in Frontale's favor. Standout matches include a thrilling 3-3 draw at Todoroki Stadium on April 9, 2025, featuring three goals in the final 10 minutes that rescued a point for each side amid a title-contending season, and Frontale's 3-0 away triumph on September 13, 2025, which boosted their momentum in the standings. The derbies generate electric tension, with packed stadiums and rival fanbases contributing to an intense environment that underscores Kanagawa's football heritage. Beyond these, Frontale maintains regional rivalries with other Kanagawa-based clubs like and , as well as a historical Tamagawa link to , originally from Kawasaki before relocating in 2000. These matchups, while less hyped, add to the local competitive landscape and often feature in cup competitions, further enriching the club's identity through prefectural and metropolitan battles that heighten fan engagement and seasonal drama. The derbies' atmospheres are amplified by dedicated supporters, whose organized displays and travel underscore the communal passion driving these fixtures.
RivalryOpponentMatchesFrontale WinsOpponent WinsDrawsFrontale Goals : Opponent Goals
Tamagawa Clásico462613791 : 56
Kanagawa Derby4620161079 : 73

Supporters and fan groups

Kawasaki Frontale's supporter base is characterized by a passionate and organized following, particularly through the ultras group Kawasaki Kazoku, which serves as the club's primary active support organization. Formed to foster community ties and intense matchday atmospheres, Kawasaki Kazoku has grown alongside the club's success, emphasizing engagement and traditional fan culture in the . The group coordinates elaborate displays, including banners and flags prepared days in advance, led by capos who direct chants and movements to create a continuous, almost ritualistic support throughout games. Fan traditions revolve around vibrant choreography and vocal support, with supporters known for non-stop chanting that fills Todoroki Stadium. The official club anthem, often sung before matches, celebrates Kawasaki's identity as a "sunny city of love," while popular chants like "KAWASAKI Shimin no Uta" (Kawasaki Citizen's Song) and "Frontale Rabbit" invoke local pride and . These elements contribute to a cacophony of sound that persists from kickoff to final whistle, distinguishing Frontale's from more subdued crowds. Attendance has reflected this enthusiasm, with average home league figures rising from around 11,000 in the COVID-affected 2020 season to over in recent 2024-2025 matches, underscoring the growing fan commitment. Beyond matchdays, supporters engage in community programs that strengthen local bonds, such as Kawasaki Kazoku's collaboration with eateries to provide meals after the 2011 Tohoku disaster, highlighting fans' role in regional resilience. The official , managed through the club's website, facilitates initiatives like youth outreach and environmental awareness campaigns in partnership with sponsors. Internationally, groups like the Kawasaki Frontale Thai Supporters extend this support abroad, organizing viewings and travel for Asian Champions League ties. However, fan activities have faced regulations; in 2017, the charged the club with discrimination after supporters displayed a controversial wartime Japanese flag during a match, prompting Frontale to issue guidelines prohibiting such symbols to comply with league standards.

Mascot

Fronta-kun (フロンターレくん) is the official mascot of Kawasaki Frontale, depicted as a smiling blue dolphin. It symbolizes the coastal characteristics of Kawasaki City and echoes the team's name "Frontale," derived from Italian for "frontal" or "forward," representing the club's pioneering and forward-spirited ethos. Fronta-kun actively participates in home matches and various promotional events at the stadium, engaging with fans and is highly popular among supporters. It has also been featured in photographs with other mascots and team-related figures, such as Van-kun and Fauré-chan.

Affiliated clubs

Kawasaki Frontale established a formal with Fukushima United FC on February 1, 2024, aimed at mutual enhancement of team and player development through personnel exchanges, sharing of information, and transfer of know-how. This two-year agreement, extending through January 31, 2026, facilitates youth exchange programs between the clubs' academies, allowing promising talents from Fukushima's setup to train at Kawasaki's facilities in for short periods to gain exposure to higher-level training methodologies. The collaboration has already resulted in several staff transfers from Kawasaki to Fukushima, contributing to improved tactical structures and player fitness regimens at the club. Historically, Kawasaki Frontale forged a sister club relationship with Brazilian club Grêmio on March 26, 1997, which influenced the adoption of Grêmio's blue-and-black color scheme and emblem design for Kawasaki's kits during the late 1990s. This partnership supported Kawasaki's entry into the by providing access to Brazilian talent and technical expertise, including player loans and joint training camps that helped build a foundation for Kawasaki's attacking style of play. Although the formal tie ended around 2001, its legacy persists in ongoing informal exchanges, such as occasional scouting visits and cultural events celebrating the shared heritage, benefiting player development by exposing Kawasaki's youth prospects to South American football philosophies. As of November 2025, the Fukushima partnership remains active and has expanded to include collaborative events like joint youth tournaments and fan engagement activities, fostering regional ties within the ecosystem while prioritizing sustainable player pathways from J3 to J1 levels. No new formal affiliations have been announced this year, though Kawasaki continues to explore international youth programs, such as its football school initiative in launched in , which indirectly supports global talent scouting without direct club ties. These arrangements underscore Kawasaki Frontale's commitment to holistic development, enabling efficient resource sharing that has accelerated the progression of several graduates to professional contracts.

Kit and colours

Kawasaki Frontale's official colours are and , adopted in 1997 inspired by the Brazilian club Grêmio as part of a cooperative partnership. These colours symbolize the club's dynamic and frontal attacking style, with representing the clear skies over Kawasaki and denoting strength and determination.

Kit evolution

Kawasaki Frontale's kit evolution traces back to the club's in , when it adopted a design inspired by Brazilian club Grêmio as part of a cooperative partnership established that year. The inaugural home kit featured vertical sky blue stripes on a black base, reflecting Grêmio's color scheme of sky blue, black, and white, and symbolizing the transition from its origins as FC to a entity. This marked a departure from earlier amateur-era uniforms, emphasizing a bold, striped pattern suited to the competitive landscape. Throughout the late and , kits maintained the core blue and black palette under suppliers like Penalty (1997–1998) and (1999–2010), with gradual refinements to patterns and fits for improved performance. A notable shift occurred in the with Puma's involvement starting in , introducing red accents to the traditional scheme, which added vibrancy and aligned with the club's rising prominence. By 2017, during the era and the club's first title, the home kit adopted a minimalist design with subtle dot-printed Formstripes on the sleeves, prioritizing clean lines and over ornate detailing. Special edition kits have punctuated this timeline, often tied to milestones or collaborations. The 2016 home kit commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Frontale name with a diagonal black and pattern. In , a unique kit celebrated the completion of the new main stand at Todoroki Stadium, featuring customized elements from Puma. More recently, the 2024 away kit honored Kawasaki City's 100th anniversary with a distinctive blending local heritage motifs into the blue base. These editions, while limited, highlight the club's emphasis on and amid its dominant 2017–2024 period.

Kit suppliers and sponsors

Kawasaki Frontale's kit manufacturing partnerships began in the pre-professional era with Ennerre supplying the club's apparel until 1991. Upon entering the structure in 1997, the club partnered with Penalty for the 1997–1998 seasons, followed by from 1999 to 2010. Since 2011, Puma has served as the official kit supplier, providing uniforms for all competitive and training purposes through a long-term agreement that has supported the club's branding and performance needs. The club's primary sponsorship has been anchored by since 1991, reflecting its origins as the company's ; 's logo has prominently featured on the front chest of match jerseys across all eras, symbolizing a foundational corporate alliance that extends beyond apparel to broader club operations. Other key sponsorship placements include sleeve deals, such as with for prominent visibility on player kits, alongside additional partners like Fujitsu Fsas and appearing on various elements to enhance branding exposure. These arrangements, including renewals with official sponsors like and , contribute significantly to the club's financial stability by integrating corporate identities into matchday visuals and fan merchandise. In 2025, Puma continued its role by unveiling the season's kits in , incorporating sky blue and navy motifs inspired by Kawasaki City's identity to maintain visual continuity with prior designs. Sponsorship developments included renewing its partnership in February for goal-behind advertising during home games, bolstering matchday revenue streams. Additionally, in October, and Kawasaki Frontale formalized Japan's first global Sports for Nature Framework agreement, promoting environmental initiatives tied to the club's sponsorship portfolio without altering core kit placements.

Current squad

First-team squad

As of November 2025, Kawasaki Frontale's first-team squad comprises a mix of experienced Japanese internationals, domestic talents, and international players, forming the core of their and cup campaigns. The team is led by captain Yasuto Wakizaka, a central known for his vision and since joining the club in 2018. The iconic No. 10 shirt is worn by , a veteran central who has been with the club since 2011 and provides stability in midfield. The squad is structured as follows, with jersey numbers, positions, nationalities, and approximate ages (calculated as of November 2025). Join dates are noted for key players where available.

Goalkeepers

No.PlayerNationalityAgeJoin Date
21Shunsuke Ando352019
33Geun-hyeong Lee192025
40Naoto Matsuzawa182025 (academy promotion)
98Louis Thébault-YamaguchiJapan/France272024

Defenders

No.PlayerNationalityAgeJoin Date
4312020
5Asahi Sasaki252022 (academy)
7Shintaro Kurumaya332014 (vice-captain role noted in prior seasons; continued leadership)
13Sota Miura252023
15Shuto Tanabe232021
22Filip Uremović282025
27Ryota Kamihashi232025
30Hiroto Noda192025
31Japan/Netherlands312024
35Yuichi Maruyama362024

Midfielders

No.PlayerNationalityAgeJoin Date
6Yuki Yamamoto282024
8Kento Tachibanada272020
10322011
14Yasuto Wakizaka (Captain)302018
16Yuto Ozeki202023
19So Kawahara272024
41392017 (key creative player with extensive experience)

Forwards

No.PlayerNationalityAgeJoin Date
9Erison262024 (12 goals and 3 assists in 2025 J1 League)
11Yu Kobayashi382008
17Tatsuya Ito282025
23Marcinho302021
24Ten Miyagi242020
36Kyosuke Mochiyama222025 (academy promotion)
91Lazar Romanić272025

Players out on loan

As of November 2025, Kawasaki Frontale has several first-team players on loan to other clubs, primarily to facilitate player development for young talents and manage squad depth amid a competitive season. These arrangements allow emerging players to gain regular playing time in lower divisions or rival J1 teams, while veterans receive opportunities to regain form elsewhere. The following players are currently out on loan:
Player NamePositionLoan DestinationLoan PeriodKey 2025 Stats (as of Nov 8)
Zé RicardoDefensive Midfield ()Feb 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 20257 appearances, 0 goals, 0 assists in
Patrick VerhonAttacking MidfieldFC Imabari ()Jun 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 202512 appearances, 2 goals, 1 assist in
Kota YuiMidfieldFukushima United ()Feb 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 202618 appearances, 1 goal, 3 assists in
Taiyo IgarashiMidfield ()Feb 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 202615 appearances, 3 goals, 2 assists in
Takatora EinagaForward ()Feb 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 202614 appearances, 4 goals, 1 assist in
These loans have enabled Kawasaki Frontale to balance its roster, with absences like Zé Ricardo's providing space for midfield rotations in the first-team , while young prospects such as Igarashi and Einaga build experience in J2 and J3 environments. For instance, Einaga's goal-scoring form at Ryukyu has positioned him as a potential returnee for attacking depth next season. Historically, Kawasaki Frontale's strategy has yielded successes, such as midfielder , who returned from a 2015 loan at to become a key contributor in the club's 2017 and 2018 J1 titles, amassing over 100 appearances post-return. Similarly, forward Shota Fujio reintegrated after a 2023 at Sanga, aiding Frontale's 2024 run with 8 goals in his first full season back. These examples underscore the club's approach to loans as a pathway for long-term enhancement.

Youth and reserve teams

Kawasaki Frontale's youth and reserve structure emphasizes development through its academy system, with the U-18 team serving as the flagship squad for talented prospects. The U-18 side competes in the Prince Takamado U-18 Premier League East, Japan's top-tier youth competition organized by the . In the 2025 season, the team has shown competitive form, finishing mid-table in the East division standings as of November, with a current position of 7th after 15 matchdays, having secured several draws and victories against regional rivals. Notable results include a challenging 1-6 defeat to U-18 on May 18, highlighting areas for defensive improvement, while strong performances in matches against teams like Aomori Yamada High School demonstrated offensive potential. The U-18 squad is led by head coach Yusuke Mori, appointed on January 13, 2025, who brings experience from prior roles within the club's youth setup to focus on tactical discipline and technical growth. Key players include Naoto Matsuzawa, who has featured in all league matches with over 1,600 minutes played, attacking midfielder Yuma Okuda for his creative playmaking, and forwards Yutaro Onda and Neo Hirose, who have contributed significantly to the team's goal tally. Additionally, defender Shunsuke Hayashi earned a call-up to the U-18 national team for the Wales Tour in November 2025, underscoring the squad's emerging talent. The team utilizes the club's advanced training facilities at the Kawasaki Frontale Sports Complex for daily sessions and match preparation. Promotion pathways from the youth ranks involve seamless integration into the first team, often through training camps and substitute appearances, with successful graduates loaned to lower divisions for further experience. Notable alumni beyond the senior squad include midfielder , who developed through the academy before transferring to and earning a spot in Japan's 2022 World Cup squad. In 2025, the youth program's achievements include multiple players progressing to U-20 national team considerations and the U-18 team's qualification for regional knockout stages in the Prince Takamado Trophy, reinforcing Kawasaki Frontale's reputation for nurturing high-caliber talent. Regarding reserve operations, Kawasaki Frontale maintains a U-23 development side that participates in regional competitions like the Kanto Soccer League, providing a bridge for U-18 graduates to gain senior-level exposure without full first-team commitment; however, specific 2025 results remain focused on player development rather than league titles.

Management and staff

Club officials and ownership

Kawasaki Frontale is operated by Kawasaki Frontale Co., Ltd., a stock company established in 1996 to manage the professional club. The team originated as the in 1955, founded by as its corporate recreational team, and has maintained a significant ownership stake since the club's in 1997. As of 2025, the club's executive leadership includes President Akihiro Yoshida, who has served in the role since April 1, 2022, and delivered the New Year's address on January 1, 2025, emphasizing continued fan engagement and competitive success. Chairman Yoshihiro Warashina oversees the board, a position he has held since at least 2020 with no reported changes. Specific board members beyond these roles are not publicly detailed in recent disclosures. In key administrative departments, Hiroaki Takeuchi serves as , responsible for player recruitment and technical strategy since 2021. The finance and marketing functions fall under the broader executive oversight of President , focusing on sponsorships from and revenue growth aligned with standards. President Akihiro highlighted organizational stability and fan relations in the January 2025 new structure press conference, coinciding with the transition to new managerial leadership. Financial reports for the 2024 season indicated steady operations, with J.League-wide revenues reaching record levels, though club-specific figures for 2025 remain pending annual disclosure.

Managerial history

Kawasaki Frontale has experienced a series of managers since joining the in 1997, with a clear preference for Japanese coaches in recent decades, reflecting the club's emphasis on domestic expertise and long-term stability. Early tenures were marked by frequent changes and international hires as the club established itself, while later appointments, particularly from onward, focused on continuity and youth development from within the organization. The club has achieved its greatest success under long-serving Japanese managers, including multiple titles and domestic cups. The following table summarizes the head coaches from 1997 to the present, including nationalities, tenures, and key records where available. Win percentages and achievements are drawn from verified club and league data.
ManagerNationalityTenureMatchesWinsDrawsLossesWin %Key Achievements
Kazuo SaitoJapan1 February 1997 – 31 January 1998N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AGuided the club through its inaugural J.League season after rebranding from Fujitsu FC.
Beto AlmeidaBrazil1 February 1998 – 15 April 1999N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AManaged during early J2 League struggles; resigned midway through the 1999 season.
Ikuo MatsumotoJapan16 April 1999 – 31 January 2000N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AOversaw promotion to J1 League in 2000 after winning the 1999 J2 title.
ZecaBrazil1 February 2000 – 4 May 2000N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AShort interim role during the club's first J1 season; focused on defensive organization.
Toshiaki ImaiJapan5 May 2000 – 14 September 2000N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AInterim appointment; helped stabilize the team post-promotion.
Hiroshi KobayashiJapan15 September 2000 – 31 January 2001N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AManaged through relegation battle in 2000 J1 season.
Yoshiharu HoriiJapan1 February 2001 – 16 July 2001N/AN/AN/AN/AN/ABrief tenure in J2; resigned amid poor results.
Nobuhiro IshizakiJapan17 July 2001 – 31 December 2003N/AN/AN/AN/AN/ALed promotion back to J1 in 2004; emphasized tactical discipline.
Takashi SekizukaJapan1 January 2004 – 5 April 200816672405443%Won 2006 J.League Cup; multiple top-5 J1 finishes, including 3rd in 2008.
Tsutomu TakahataJapan1 May 2008 – 31 December 2008 (and 2010 return)4518121540%Interim success in 2008 with 5th-place J1 finish; returned in 2010 for mid-table stability.
Takashi SekizukaJapan1 January 2009 – 31 December 201010247233246%Returned for two seasons; consistent J1 performances but no titles.
Naoki SomaJapan1 February 2011 – 11 April 2012481982140%Focused on youth integration; resigned after poor start to 2012 season.
Tatsuya MochizukiJapan12 April 2012 – 22 April 2012N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AVery brief interim role before full-time appointment.
Yahiro KazamaJapan23 April 2012 – 2 January 2017249126537051%Built foundations for success; 2013 J.League Cup win and 2016 Emperor's Cup final.
Toru OnikiJapan1 February 2017 – 31 December 2024386215848756%Record-breaking era with 4 J1 League titles (2017, 2018, 2020, 2021), 2 Emperor's Cups (2020, 2023), 1 J.League Cup (2019), and 3 Super Cups; over 200 wins, tying the J.League record for most trophies by a manager (10).
Shigetoshi HasebeJapan1 February 2025 – present49 (as of Nov 2025)23131347%Appointed after Oniki's departure; previously led Avispa Fukuoka to 5th in J1 (2023, best in club history) and earned J.League Manager of the Year; guided Frontale as runners-up in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite, losing the final 0–2 to Al-Ahli. Background includes assistant roles at Vissel Kobe and JEF United Chiba, and head coaching at Mito Hollyhock (2018–2019).

Achievements and records

Domestic honours

Kawasaki Frontale has established itself as one of Japan's most successful football clubs in the , securing multiple titles across the top tier of domestic competitions since their promotion to the in 2005. Their golden period began in the late , marked by consistent excellence in league play and tournaments, culminating in a series of championships that highlighted their attacking style and tactical discipline under manager .

J1 League

Kawasaki Frontale won their first title in 2017, finishing with 71 points ahead of on after a 1–1 draw in the final matchday. They successfully defended the title in , clinching it with two games remaining following a 4–0 victory over , amassing 74 points. The club added a third crown in 2020, completing a league and double with 85 points and a +44 . In 2021, Frontale secured their fourth J1 title in five years, breaking the record for consecutive wins by finishing with 84 points after a dominant 5–0 win over on the penultimate day.

J.League Cup

Kawasaki Frontale's sole victory came in 2019, when they defeated 3–3 (5–4 on penalties) in the final at Saitama Stadium, with goals from (2) and . This triumph marked their first major cup success in over a decade and qualified them for the .

Emperor's Cup

Frontale lifted the for the first time in 2020, beating J1 runners-up 1–0 in the final at National Stadium, thanks to a 113th-minute header by . This win completed a domestic double alongside their J1 title. They repeated the feat in 2023, overcoming 0–0 (8–7 on penalties) in a tense at the same venue, with goalkeeper Jung Sung-ryong scoring the decisive kick.

Japanese Super Cup

The Japanese Super Cup, contested between the previous season's J1 champions and winners, has been won by Kawasaki Frontale on three occasions. In 2019 (as Xerox Super Cup under prior sponsorship naming conventions), they defeated 2018 holders 1–0, with a goal from . Frontale won again in 2021, edging 3–2 in a high-scoring affair at National Stadium, where goals came from , , and Shintaro Kurumaya. Their most recent triumph was in 2024, securing a 1–0 victory over 2023 J1 champions via a second-half strike from Erison, extending their dominance in early-season fixtures.

International honours

Kawasaki Frontale first entered continental competition in the , qualifying through their strong domestic performances in the . Their debut campaign marked a promising start, as they advanced to the quarter-finals before being eliminated by Iranian side Sepahan on penalties following a 0–0 aggregate score. The club returned to the tournament in but finished third in their group, failing to progress to the knockout stages. In , Frontale reached the round of 16, where they were defeated by of with a 2–3 aggregate result. Frontale's most notable run prior to recent years came in the 2017 edition, where they topped Group G before advancing to the quarter-finals. There, they squandered a 3–1 first-leg lead against fellow Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds, losing 4–1 in the second leg for a 4–5 aggregate exit. The 2018–19 season saw them finish third in Group H, again exiting at the group stage. In the 2021 tournament, Frontale dominated Group I with an unbeaten record, scoring 27 goals across six matches. They advanced to the round of 16 but were eliminated by Ulsan HD on penalties after a 3–3 aggregate. The 2023–24 campaign ended in another round-of-16 defeat, this time to Shandong Taishan on a 5–6 aggregate. Frontale achieved their best-ever continental finish in the 2024–25 AFC Champions League Elite, reaching the final after a 3–2 semi-final victory over Al Nassr. They ultimately fell 0–2 to Al Ahli in the final held in , securing runners-up honors but no title.
SeasonCompetitionStage Reached
2007AFC Champions LeagueQuarter-finals
2009AFC Champions LeagueGroup stage
2014AFC Champions LeagueRound of 16
2017AFC Champions LeagueQuarter-finals
2018–19AFC Champions LeagueGroup stage
2021AFC Champions LeagueRound of 16
2023–24AFC Champions LeagueRound of 16
2024–25AFC Champions League EliteRunners-up
Despite consistent qualification enabled by multiple titles, Frontale has yet to claim an AFC trophy.

Records and statistics

Kawasaki Frontale's all-time leading goalscorer is Japanese striker with 171 goals in 529 matches, spanning his career from 2010 to the present (as of November 2025). The second-highest scorer is the Brazilian forward , who netted 145 goals across 355 appearances for the club from 2003 to 2011. In terms of appearances, holds the record with 675 games for Frontale between 2003 and 2020. Kobayashi ranks second in appearances, followed by defender Hiroki Itō with over 400 outings before his departure in 2018. The club's seasonal records highlight their dominance in the J1 League during the late 2010s and early 2020s. In 2021, Frontale achieved a J1 League record of 28 wins, 8 draws, and just 2 losses, amassing 92 points and securing the title. This campaign also featured the longest unbeaten streak in J1 history at 22 matches. Earlier, in 2018, they set a mark with 10 consecutive victories. Frontale's biggest victory came in the 1998 Emperor's Cup with a 9–1 win over Kagawa Shiun FC, while their heaviest defeat was an 0–8 loss to JEF United Ichihara in the 1993 Japan Football League. Attendance records at , the club's home since 1997 with a capacity of 27,495, reflect growing fan support. The highest recorded home crowd was 25,694 for a match against on 24 April 2016. Sell-outs have become common during title-contending seasons, with average attendances exceeding 21,000 in recent years, including 21,839 during the 2025 J1 campaign up to November. As of November 8, 2025, ongoing records in the J1 League season show Frontale with 15 wins, 12 draws, and 9 losses after 36 matches, positioning them 7th with 57 points. Leading scorers this season include Tatsuya Ito and Erison, each with 12 goals.

Notable personnel

Kawasaki Frontale has produced several players who have represented Japan at the FIFA World Cup, contributing to the national team's campaigns in multiple editions. In the 2010 tournament in South Africa, midfielder Kengo Nakamura made one substitute appearance for Japan during their run to the round of 16, while teammate Junichi Inamoto featured in group stage matches, and goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima started all four games as Japan advanced from Group E. Striker Jong Tae-Se, a naturalized North Korean player on the Kawasaki roster at the time, also participated for North Korea in the same tournament, scoring in their opener against Brazil. More recently, midfielder Ryota Oshima was part of Japan's 2018 World Cup squad in Russia, though he did not play in the matches, and defender Shogo Taniguchi represented Japan at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, appearing in the group stage. The club's academy has nurtured talents who have competed for Japan's U-23 national team at the . Midfielder , a product of the Kawasaki youth system, started every match for at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), helping the team secure a with his defensive midfield presence. Defender Kota Takai, another academy graduate promoted to the senior team, was selected for the 2024 Paris Olympics squad, becoming one of the youngest participants at age 19 and contributing as a centre-back during the tournament. Among club legends, long-serving midfielder Kengo Nakamura stands out as a one-club man who spent his entire 18-year career at Kawasaki from 2003 to 2020, amassing over 500 appearances and captaining the side to three J1 League titles. Forward Masaru Kurotsu is revered for his 12-year tenure from 2000 to 2012, where he scored 62 goals in 278 matches and became a symbol of the club's early J.League era. Foreign stars have also left indelible marks; Brazilian striker Juninho netted 145 goals in 355 appearances between 2003 and 2011, forming a prolific partnership that propelled Kawasaki's attack, while South Korean goalkeeper Jung Sung-ryong holds a record for appearances by a foreign player, with over 250 games from 2016 to 2021 and 2024–present, anchoring defenses during four J1 titles (2017, 2018, 2020, 2021). Kawasaki Frontale players have frequently earned individual accolades, particularly MVP awards. Kengo Nakamura won the 2016 J1 League Player of the Year as the oldest recipient at age 36, leading Kawasaki to the title with his vision and passing. Yu Kobayashi claimed the 2017 award after topping the league's scoring charts with 19 goals en route to another championship. secured the 2018 MVP honor for his creative midfield play, including 11 goals and 12 assists in a title-winning season. , a Brazilian forward, was named 2021 Player of the Year after scoring 21 goals to help Kawasaki clinch the league. The club has dominated team honors as well, with nine players from the 2020 squad selected to the , reflecting their collective impact in an unbeaten season.

League participation

Historical league positions

Kawasaki Frontale entered the (JSL) in 1972 by joining Division 2. The club achieved steady progress, winning the Division 2 championship in 1976, which secured promotion to JSL Division 1 for the 1977 and 1978 seasons. After finishing in the lower half both years, Frontale were relegated back to Division 2, where they remained until the JSL's dissolution in 1992. In the post-JSL era, Frontale joined the (JFL) in 1993 and finished 2nd in the 1998 season, earning entry to the inaugural Division 2 (J2) in 1999. They won the J2 title in their debut season, promoting to J1 for 2000, but were relegated after finishing 16th. The club spent the next four seasons (2001–2004) in J2, finishing 7th, 4th, 3rd, and 1st respectively, securing promotion as champions in 2004. Since returning to J1 in 2005, Frontale have remained in the top flight, becoming a dominant force with four league titles (2017, 2018, 2020, 2021) and consistent top finishes.
YearLeaguePosition
1976JSL Div. 21st (promoted)
1977JSL Div. 1Lower half (relegated after 1978)
1978JSL Div. 1Lower half
1998JFL2nd
19991st (promoted)
200016th (relegated)
20017th
20024th
20033rd
20041st (promoted)
20058th
20062nd
20075th
20082nd
20092nd
20105th
20118th
20123rd
20136th
20146th
20152nd
20163rd
20171st
20181st
20192nd
20201st
20211st
20222nd
20234th
20248th
20256th (as of November 15, after 36 matches)

Season-by-season results

Kawasaki Frontale's professional era began with entry into the in 1999. The table below outlines performance in J1 and J2, focusing on positions and key notes. Detailed statistics are provided where available for recent seasons; early seasons reflect verified positions. Data up to completed 2024 season and ongoing 2025 as of November 15, 2025.
SeasonLeaguePos.Notes
1999J21stChampions, promoted
2000J116thRelegated
2001J27th
2002J24th
2003J23rd
2004J21stChampions, promoted
2005J18th
2006J12ndRunners-up
2007J15th
2008J12ndRunners-up
2009J12ndRunners-up
2010J15th
2011J18th
2012J13rd
2013J16th
2014J16th
2015J12nd
2016J13rd
2017J11stChampions
2018J11stChampions
2019J12ndRunners-up
2020J11stChampions
2021J11stChampions
2022J12ndRunners-up
2023J14th
2024J18th38 matches, 13-13-12, 66-57, +9, 52 pts
2025J16thSeason ongoing as of November 15, 2025; 36 matches, 15-12-9, 66-51, +15, 57 pts
The club experienced early yo-yo status between J1 and J2 before stabilizing in the top flight from 2005 onward, achieving gradual improvement and dominance from 2017 with multiple titles.

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