Is Koji Tanaka A-List?

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No — Koji Tanaka is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.

Ranking Timeline

1978D$0.01M

Joins Nippon Kokan

Begins his career with Nippon Kokan.

1981C▲$0.03M+$0.019999999999999997M

Japan National Team

Plays for the national team.

1990D▼$0.06M+$0.03M

Retires From Playing

Ended his playing career.

2000C▲$0.15M+$0.09M

Coaching Debut

Starts coaching at youth level.

2010C$0.4M+$0.25M

Assistant Coach Role

Moves into an assistant coaching position.

2020C$0.8M+$0.4M

Manages Local Team

Takes up managing local football team.

2026C$1M+$0.19999999999999996M

Continues in Management

Still actively involved in Japanese football.

Last updated: February 21, 2026