Take Kubo: A Japanese Star Honored with a Giant Statue

Take Kubo continues to be a significant star in Japan, even though he is currently facing challenges at Real Sociedad. This is exemplified by the giant statue erected by Adidas in Shibuya, which serves to promote the new jersey the Japanese national team will wear in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

Upon its unveiling, the statue attracted numerous passersby, including tourists from around the globe, who eagerly took photographs alongside the colossal representation of Kubo. This time, Kubo, wearing the number 14 jersey for Real Sociedad, is back in his home country with the national team, taking the opportunity to pose for a picture in front of his impressive likeness.

Japan is set to play two friendly matches, the first against Ghana on Friday, October 14, and the second against Bolivia on Tuesday, October 18. It goes without saying that all Real Sociedad fans will be closely monitoring Kubo’s participation, especially after he was sidelined for the past two months due to an ankle injury sustained during the international break in September.