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Today, Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Yuto NAGATOMO, who made his fifth consecutive FIFA World Cup™ appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, paid a courtesy visit to Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike.
He reported on the team's performance in the tournament, his decision to continue his playing career with FC Tokyo, and expressed his gratitude for the continued support.
FC Tokyo will continue to work closely with Tokyo, its hometown, through a variety of activities.

Comment from Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike

“Today, Yuto NAGATOMO also visited the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. It has been a while since we last met, and I am delighted to see that he is doing well.
FC Tokyo is truly a club whose hometown is Tokyo. I am very pleased that Nagatomo, as a member of the club, has competed on the world stage as part of the Japan national team. He also gave us the powerful assurance here today that he will continue his playing career. I hope he will continue to give his all as a member of Tokyo’s team. I sincerely hope that Japanese football will continue to develop and thrive on the world stage.
I hope FC Tokyo and Nagatomo will continue to do their best—mamma mia!”

Comments from Yuto NAGATOMO

“Thank you for taking the time today despite your busy schedule, and thank you as well for your support of the Japan national team at the World Cup.
We did not achieve our goal of winning the tournament, but we fought with no regrets, and I personally gave everything I had. I want to carry this disappointment forward toward the next World Cup.
After this World Cup, I also considered retiring, but I decided to continue my career because I want to fulfill my dream of winning the league title with FC Tokyo. I will play for FC Tokyo for another year and work hard toward winning the J1 League.
Every time I meet Governor Koike, I receive a great deal of energy. I will turn that energy into strength and continue to fight, so please continue to support FC Tokyo as well.”