JapanMatches analysed: 902023–2025Yoshiro Imamura: referee stats
Yoshiro Imamura (Japan) has shown 2.97 cards per game in 90 analysed matches — +11% compared with the average of the same leagues. Profile: strict.
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Percentile among 2955 referees with at least 15 matches; 50 = typical referee. Each axis compares the referee with the average of the leagues where this referee officiates.
Cards per match (last 20 matches)
Yoshiro Imamura by competition
| Competition | Matches | Cards/g | League avg | vs league | Penalty | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 J1 League | 48 | 2.90 | 2.73 | +5% | 17% | 21% |
| J2 League | 22 | 3.27 | 2.54 | +16% | 23% | 9% |
| J-League Cup | 11 | 3.18 | 2.67 | +8% | 36% | 18% |
| Emperor Cup | 8 | 2.38 | 2.15 | +3% | 13% | 25% |
| J3 League | 1 | 2.00 | 2.78 | −2% | 0% | 0% |
Last matches refereed by Yoshiro Imamura
| Date | Match | Score | Cards (home–away) | Fouls | Pen. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 6 Dec | Cerezo Osaka – Yokohama FCJ1 League | 1:3 | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Sun 19 Oct | Shonan Bellmare – Kyoto SangaJ1 League | 1:1 | 5 | 28 | 0 |
| Fri 12 Sept | Machida Zelvia – Yokohama FCJ1 League | 1:1 | 2 | 20 | 0 |
| Sun 31 Aug | Shimizu S-pulse – KashimaJ1 League | 1:1 | 4 | 22 | 0 |
| Sun 17 Aug | Sagan Tosu – V-varen NagasakiJ2 League | 1:2 | 1 | — | 0 |
| Sun 10 Aug | Montedio Yamagata – Mito HollyhockJ2 League | 1:2 | 5 | — | 0 |
| Sun 20 Jul | Albirex Niigata – Sanfrecce HiroshimaJ1 League | 0:2 | 2 | 23 | 0 |
| Wed 16 Jul | FC Tokyo – Oita TrinitaEmperor Cup | 2:0 | 3 | — | 1 |
| Sat 5 Jul | JEF United Chiba – Sagan TosuJ2 League | 0:2 | 3 | — | 0 |
| Sat 21 Jun | Nagoya Grampus – Shimizu S-pulseJ1 League | 1:1 | 5 | 28 | 0 |
| Wed 11 Jun | Shonan Bellmare – FC GifuEmperor Cup | 2:0 | 0 | — | 0 |
| Sat 31 May | Kyoto Sanga – FC TokyoJ1 League | 3:0 | 1 | 27 | 0 |
| Sun 25 May | Yokohama FC – Kashiwa ReysolJ1 League | 1:1 | 3 | 18 | 0 |
| Wed 21 May | Kataller Toyama – Avispa FukuokaJ-League Cup | 1:2 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Sat 10 May | Omiya Ardija – Vegalta SendaiJ2 League | 3:0 | 4 | — | 0 |
How the numbers are calculated
Cards = yellow and red cards shown to players during 90 minutes (a second yellow counts as a yellow plus a red, as most bookmakers settle). Cards for coaches and substitutes on the bench and cards in extra time are excluded. Penalties = penalties awarded during the match (shoot-outs excluded). “vs league” compares the referee with the average of the exact league seasons this referee worked, so a referee from a card-heavy league is not called strict just because of the league.
Data: official match events and statistics (API-Sports), updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
How many cards does Yoshiro Imamura give per game?
On average 2.97 cards per game in 90 analysed matches (league average in the same competitions: 2.63).
Is Yoshiro Imamura a strict referee?
Compared with the leagues where Yoshiro Imamura officiates, the card count is +11% – profile: strict. A red card appeared in 18% of these matches.
How often do matches with Yoshiro Imamura go over 4.5 cards?
Over 4.5 cards in 17% of matches and over 3.5 cards in 37%. Both teams were booked in 48%.
Does Yoshiro Imamura give many penalties?
A penalty was awarded in 20% of matches refereed by Yoshiro Imamura.