Kota Watanabe

About Kota Watanabe

Kota Watanabe (28, Japan) is a midfielder for Vissel Kobe. In 2026 he has contributed 1 goal and 2 assists in 17 appearances. His minutes-weighted match rating averages 1.68. Season-by-season and per-competition stats are below.

Before that, Kota Watanabe played for Yokohama F. Marinos and Tokyo Verdy. Kota Watanabe has earned 6 caps for Japan at international level. In 2026 he has 1 goal, up from 0 goals in 2025.

Kota Watanabe: questions and answers

How many goals has Kota Watanabe scored in 2026?

1 goal in 17 appearances across all competitions, with 2 assists.

Which club does Kota Watanabe play for?

Vissel Kobe.

How old is Kota Watanabe?

28, born on 18 October 1998.

What position does Kota Watanabe play?

Midfielder.

Vissel Kobe squad

Next fixture

Vissel Kobe’s next fixture is vs Urawa in the J1 League on 8 November 2026.

Recent matches

• 24 Oct 2026 · J1 League · vs Machida ZelviaD 0–0(sub)
• 21 Oct 2026 · J1 League · at Kawasaki FrontaleL 1–2(sub)
• 18 Oct 2026 · J1 League · at Fagiano OkayamaW 3–0(sub)
• 2 Sept 2026 · J1 League · at Tokyo VerdyW 2–0(sub)
• 29 Aug 2026 · J1 League · vs Cerezo OsakaW 1–0(sub)
• 22 Aug 2026 · J1 League · at Yokohama F. MarinosL 0–1(sub)
• 15 Aug 2026 · J1 League · vs FC TokyoD 2–2(sub)
• 8 Aug 2026 · J1 League · at Avispa FukuokaW 1–0(sub)

Japan U23 squad