We would like to announce that Ryotaro Araki will be transferring permanently to Sint-Truiden VV (Belgium).
Player Name
Ryotaro Araki
Date of Birth/Hometown
January 29, 2002, Kumamoto Prefecture
Height/Weight
170 cm, 60 kg
Position
MF
Career
Roasso Kumamoto Junior Youth - Higashi Fukuoka High School - Kashima Antlers (2020) - FC Tokyo (2024) - Kashima Antlers (2025)
Appearance Record
Domestic Competitions
| J1 | League Cup | Centennial Plan L | Emperor's Cup | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals |
| 2020 | Kashima | 26 | 2 | 3 | 0 | - | - | - | - |
| 2021 | Kashima | 36 | 10 | 7 | 2 | - | - | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | Kashima | 13 | 1 | 4 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | Kashima | 13 | 0 | 5 | 1 | - | - | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | FC Tokyo | 29 | 7 | 1 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | Kashima | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | - | - | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 | Kashima | - | - | - | - | 16 | 1 | - | - |
| Total | 136 | 20 | 22 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 8 | 1 | |
Comment from Player Araki
"I am pleased to announce my transfer to Sint-Truiden. I am delighted to have the opportunity to challenge myself in an overseas league, which has been a major goal of mine. I spent six years with Antlers since becoming a professional. The 2025 league championship involved many difficult moments, but fighting until the end with my teammates, staff, and fans and supporters to achieve the best result was truly a great joy. At the same time, I strongly felt that I wanted to challenge myself abroad after winning the league, which led to this decision. To all the fans and supporters, I will do my best to show you my growth, and I would be happy if you continue to support me. I love Antlers. I will continue to support Antlers from now on."