Shimizu S-Pulse is the Citizen Club born from the spiritual heartland of Japanese football, Shizuoka Prefecture, where the sport is woven into the local DNA. As the only Original Ten founding member of the J.League not backed by a single corporate giant, S-Pulse represents a unique bond between the community and the pitch, symbolized by its vibrant orange kits and the rhythmic Samba support of its fans. From the scenic heights of Nihondaira Stadium—where Mount Fuji towers over the pitch—to the intense local rivalry of the Shizuoka Derby, the club pulses with a passion for technical, fluid football and a deep-seated pride in its regional roots.
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The Squad: Key Players
This section highlights the most important players for the current season. For the full squad list, please see the official Club Website.




Club Vitals
- Full Name: Shimizu S-Pulse
- Founded: 1991 (Official debut July 4, 1992)
- Home Ground: IAI Stadium Nihondaira
- Major Honours: Asian Cup Winners’ Cup (2000), Emperor’s Cup (2001)
- Biggest Rivalry: The Shizuoka Derby with Jubilo Iwata

