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Is Masami Ihara A-List?
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No — Masami Ihara is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1986D$0.1M
Professional Debut at Nissan
Ihara begins his professional career at Nissan Motors FC, earning a modest salary initially.
1993C▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
J-League Launch
Plays a key role in the early years of the J-League, boosting his profile.
1995B▲$0.5M+$0.2M
Captain of Japan
Serving as captain of Japan, earning leadership reputation.
2002C▼$1M+$0.5M
Retirement
Retires from professional football.
2026C$1M
Managerial Career
Focuses on coaching.
Last updated: February 21, 2026