is a Japanese professional footballer who plays primarily as an attacking-midfielder for Singapore Premier League club Albirex Niigata (S), whom he vice-captains and the Japan national team. Mainly an attacking-midfielder, he is also capable of playing as a central-midfielder, defensive-midfielder or occasionally as a striker and winger.
Takahagi started his professional career at Sanfrecce Hiroshima, a club he previously played with at youth levels. In 2006, Takahagi played a full season on loan with Ehime FC, before returning to Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2007.
On 14 January 2015, Takahagi signed with Western Sydney Wanderers for their 2015 AFC Champions League campaign. He was released by the Wanderers on 6 June 2015.
On 16 June 2015, Takahagi joined South Korean side FC Seoul in K League Classic.
On 25 December 2023, Takahagi was announced as Albirex Niigata Singapore's new signing for the upcoming 2024âÂÂ25 Singapore Premier League season.
<span id="notes gs1"></span><sup>1</sup><small>Includes Japanese Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.</small>