Ryuji Michiki

is a former Japanese football player. He played for the Japan national team.
Biography.
Michiki was born in Nagasaki Prefecture on August 25, 1973. After graduating from Kunimi High School, he joined Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 1992. He mainly played as left side-back. The club won the 2nd place at 1995 and 1996 Emperor's Cup. Although he moved to Yokohama Marinos (later "Yokohama F. Marinos") in 1998, his opportunity to play decreased. He moved to Urawa Reds in 1999. In 2003, although he moved to Vissel Kobe in January, he resigned in February. Although he signed with Oita Trinita in April, he resigned in June.
In July 1996, Michiki was selected the Japan U-23 national team for 1996 Summer Olympics and he played in all matches. In first match against Brazil, he assisted Teruyoshi Ito's goal and Japan won Brazil (1-0). It was known as "Miracle of Miami" () in Japan. On October 13, 1996, he debuted for Japan national team against Tunisia. He was selected Japan for 1996 Asian Cup in December, but he did not play in the match. He played 4 games for Japan until 1997.
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