Overview

Kentaro Ohi (大井健太郎, Ohi Kentaro; born 14 May 1984) is a Japanese professional athlete known primarily as an association football player. Contemporary biographical summaries present him as a professional in the sport, and his name appears in Japanese sources in both Western and Japanese name orders. For background on naming conventions see Japanese name conventions.

Name and pronunciation

In Japanese usage the family name comes before the given name; the family name in this case is Ohi. When the name is written in Western contexts it may appear as Kentaro Ohi. For notes on how Japanese names are transcribed and presented internationally, consult general guides such as name order resources.

Sporting role and context

Ohi is described as a professional athlete whose principal sport is association football. That term covers what is commonly called soccer in some countries. Professional players in Japan typically participate in domestic league competitions, training academies and club systems; they may also appear in cup competitions, regional tournaments and community sporting programs. Basic player information and statistics are often listed in online athlete profiles.

Typical career path and activities

While individual careers vary, Japanese footballers usually progress through youth clubs or school teams into senior clubs, where they undertake regular training, competitive matches and sometimes transfers between teams. Players may specialize by position (for example goalkeeper, defender, midfielder or forward), develop tactical and physical skills, and work with coaches and medical staff to manage fitness and form.

Further information and distinctions

Public records and databases can provide more detailed season-by-season data, club history and match appearances for a given player. For general reference and to explore comparable profiles, use authoritative sports databases or national league resources via links such as league guides and player registries like professional athlete directories. For a concise summary of the sport itself see association football overviews.

  • Full name: Kentaro Ohi (大井健太郎)
  • Date of birth: 14 May 1984
  • Profession: professional athlete (association football)