Taisei Miyashiro (UD Las Palmas)

TOKYO, Apr. 17, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ -- Since his January arrival on loan from Vissel Kobe, Taisei Miyashiro has rapidly emerged as a symbol of the growing synergy between Japanese talent and Spanish football. With four goals and an assist in just 12 matches, the striker is proving that LALIGA HYPERMOTION is the perfect stage for Japanese players to showcase their technical prowess.

In the press call of 1st April with Japanese media, Miyashiro shared his journey of adaptation, tactical growth, and his deep connection with the island of Gran Canaria.

A Seamless Transition to Gran Canaria

Moving to a new continent often comes with challenges, but Miyashiro highlighted the warm hospitality of UD Las Palmas as the key to his success. "I felt a little bit anxious initially due to the distance from home," Miyashiro admitted. "However, the beauty of the city and the incredible support from my teammates and staff made me feel at home immediately." This cultural harmony has allowed him to focus entirely on his performance, becoming a fan favorite among the "Pío-Pío" faithful.

Elevating the Game: The Spanish Tactical School

Miyashiro’s experience under manager Luis García offers a fascinating look at the high standards of Spanish football. He described the coaching as "meticulous," focusing on deep tactical analysis that has added new dimensions to his game.

"The level of detail in preparing for each opponent is remarkable," he noted. "Even while I continue to learn Spanish, the coach uses English to ensure I master my role." Miyashiro believes his core strengths—off-the-ball movement and quick decision-making in tight spaces—are perfectly suited to the technical demands of the Spanish league.

Following in the Footsteps of Legends

The path for Japanese players in Spain has been blazed by icons like Takashi Inui, who joined Vissel Kobe during the winter and provided Miyashiro with pivotal advice before his move. "I was only able to train with him for a few days, but he told me to trust my abilities and play with confidence," the striker shared. This mentorship, combined with the competitive environment of LALIGA, is helping Miyashiro evolve into a more complete forward.

The Ultimate Mission: Promotion

As UD Las Palmas battles for a return to LALIGA EA SPORTS, Miyashiro remains laser-focused. "The fight for promotion is intense, and every match is a final," he stated. "My goal is simple: to contribute to the team and help this club return to the first division."

Taisei Miyashiro is not just playing in Spain; he is thriving, proving that for Japanese talent, LALIGA is a land of immense opportunity and growth.

It was published that Miyashiro had to be substituted out of the match on the 11th April due to his left hamstring and his fans are concerned.

About LALIGA

LALIGA is the largest football ecosystem in the world. It is a private sports association composed of the 20 public limited sports companies (SADs) and clubs of LALIGA EA SPORTS and the 22 of LALIGA HYPERMOTION, and is responsible for organising professional football competitions in Spain. LALIGA has over 258 million followers globally across social networks, on 16 platforms and in 20 different languages. With its headquarters in Madrid (Spain) it has the most extensive international network of any sports property and is present in 35 countries through 8 offices. The organisation carries out its social work through its foundation FUNDACION LALIGA and was the world's first professional football league to establish a league for intellectually challenged footballers: LALIGA GENUINE Moeve.

Source: LALIGA