We would like to inform you that Rei Kihara (22 years old), who was on a development-type loan transfer to Raylac Shiga FC, will be leaving the team at the end of this season as his contract has expired.

[Player name] Rei Kihara Rei
[Date of birth] June 4, 2003 (22 years old)
[Birthplace] Osaka Prefecture
Position: Forward
[Height/Weight] 180cm/68kg
[Football history] LSA FC → Cerezo Osaka U-15 → Kyoto Tachibana High School → Urawa Reds → AC Nagano Parceiro (development type loan transfer) → Raylac Shiga FC (development type loan transfer)
[Participation record]
*As of November 24, 2025

[Player Comments]
"To everyone involved with Urawa Reds.
His contract expires at the end of this season.

It is a really big thing for me to have been able to start my professional career at a club like Urawa Reds and experience the high standards firsthand.
I went to Shiga with a strong feeling that "this season will be it," but I had to undergo surgery and ended up spending much of the season in rehabilitation.
I am truly disappointed that I was given the opportunity but was unable to respond with results.

I am filled with gratitude to everyone who has shown so much expectation and support.
I sincerely accept the fact that I was unable to respond to those voices, and I will definitely climb back up to play on the J1 stage.

I would be happy if you continue to support us in the future.
Thank you so much."