Is Hotaru Yamaguchi A-List?
NoC
No — Hotaru Yamaguchi is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
2009D$0.1M
Cerezo Osaka Debut
Begins his professional career in the J-League.
2013C▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
International Recognition
Starts earning caps for the Japan national team.
2016C$0.5M+$0.2M
Hannover 96 Transfer
Brief stint in the Bundesliga.
2017C$1M+$0.5M
Return to Cerezo Osaka
Returns to Cerezo Osaka, stabilizing his career.
2019C$1.5M+$0.5M
Vissel Kobe Signing
Moves to Vissel Kobe, continuing in the J-League.
2024C$2M+$0.5M
Plays for Nagasaki
Continues playing in J-League.
2026C$2M
Respected J-League Midfielder
Continues to be a respected midfielder in the J-League, known for his defensive abilities.
Last updated: February 21, 2026