Yuji Nishida

Yuji Nishida

athlete Japan

Yuji Nishida is a prominent Japanese volleyball player, known for his exceptional skills as an outside hitter. Born on June 30, 1997, he has made significant contributions to the Japanese national team, helping them reach the quarter-finals in two consecutive Olympic Games, Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024. Standing at 1.86 meters, Nishida is recognized not only for his athleticism and powerful serves but also for his leadership abilities as the captain of Osaka Bluteon. He gained international attention after a memorable incident during an All-Star match in Kobe on February 1, 2026, where he performed a unique public apology reminiscent of the Japanese practice of 'dogeza' after accidentally hitting a referee with the ball, showcasing his respect for the game and sportsmanship.

Born on Feb 01, 1997 (29 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
92,002
Power
321$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Vietnam 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 97,338,583 92,002 $340,000 321$
Totals 1 97,338,583 92,002 $340,000 321$
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Recent Mentions

Vietnam Vietnam: Yuji Nishida became the center of attention on social media after a rare apology gesture during a volleyball match in Japan. 9

VnExpress – leading Vietnamese online newspaper, est. 2001: Màn xin lỗi 'chưa từng thấy' của ngôi sao bóng chuyền Nhật Bản