Yuji Takahashi

is a Japanese footballer who plays as a centre back for club Shimizu S-Pulse. Early and personal life Takahashi was born in Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture to a Filipino mother and Japanese father. He has two elder sisters, Maryjun and Yu, who are both models and actresses, and an older brother. On 15 February 2019, Takahashi married former AKB48 and JKT48 member Aki Takajo. Club career On 30 August 2012, it was announced Takahashi would join Australian club Brisbane Roar FC on loan for the 2012–13 A-League. Takahashi would make his debut, albeit a short one, against Wellington Phoenix at Westpac Stadium, replacing Jack Hingert in the 90th minute. Takahashi played his second game for Brisbane Roar on 1 December 2012, coming on as a substitute.