Is Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi A-List?
NoC
No — Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1995D$0.01M
Professional Debut Yokohama Marinos
Starts career in Japan's J-League
1996C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Wins J-League title
Success early in career, gaining recognition.
1998C$0.25M+$0.15M
World Cup Debut
Represents Japan on the world's biggest stage.
2001C$0.5M+$0.25M
Signs with Jubilo Iwata
Moves to another top J-League club.
2003C$1M+$0.5M
Spells in Europe
Brief spells in Europe, before returning to Japan.
2018C$3M+$2M
Final World Cup Appearance
Another appearance for Japan in the world cup squad.
2026C$3M
Legacy as a Goalkeeping Great
Is remembered fondly as a Japanese goalkeeping great.
Last updated: February 21, 2026