Sayuki Yufu shares hometown photos after welcoming first child
Sayuki Yufu, wife of Japan national team forward Keiji Ueda (Feyenoord, Eredivisie), posted nostalgic hometown photos on her Instagram on July 19, marking her first update since announcing the birth of their first child back in April.
Last result: Brazil 2-1 Japan (2026-06-29). Japan’s recent form reads 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss in their last five matches.
What was in the photos
In the 14-image post, Yufu wore a navy dress with a white collar and a large black shoulder bag. One shot shows her smiling back at the camera, capturing a moment of joy shared with family.
Fans flooded the comments with praise: “They look so happy,” “Both of them are adorable,” and “That dress suits you perfectly.”
Why the post resonated
Yufu captioned the album, “Now that life has settled after returning home, I wanted to share memories of Fukuoka.” She reflected on the support her family provided during her stay, adding, “Looking back now, it feels so nostalgic.”
Japan’s current outlook
Since the June 29 loss to Brazil (1-2), Japan has gone 2-2-1 in its last five matches. Ueda continues to lead the attack from his position at Feyenoord, keeping the Samurai Blue in the conversation ahead of World Cup 2026.
