The biggest lesson I’ve learned by living abroad for the last four years is the importance of communication. — Hidetoshi Nakata
I notice that teams are now more interested in japanese players than when I first went to europe. — Hidetoshi Nakata
I will never again stand on the pitch as a professional player. But I won’t stop playing the game. — Hidetoshi Nakata
Living in europe, I was surprised to find out just how little everyone knows about japan. — Hidetoshi Nakata
As a professional athlete, I believe that I need to explore my opportunities to the maximum — Hidetoshi Nakata