Quick Info
| Profession | Volleyball player |
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| Nationality | Japanese |
| Date of Birth | 14/01/2000 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Kyoto Prefecture, Japan |
Latest News about Rui Takahashi
29/09/2026
Rui Takahashi publicly came out as gay in a statement shared on social media. He said he wanted to be honest about himself and hoped his disclosure could encourage others facing similar struggles with identity.
29/09/2026
Reports said Takahashi, who plays outside hitter for Suntory Sunbirds Osaka, also extended his contract with the club for the 2026–2027 season. Coverage identified him as the older brother of Japan men's volleyball star Ran Takahashi.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Japanese professional volleyball outside hitter; older brother of Ran Takahashi. |
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| Current Team | Suntory Sunbirds Osaka |
| Position | Outside hitter |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 185 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Spike Reach | 335 cm |
| Block Reach | 240 cm |
| Dominant Hand | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Higashiyama High School |
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| University | Nihon University |
Personal Life
| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
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Relationships & More
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Family
| Brother | Ran Takahashi |
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| Sister | Riri |
Career
| Team | Suntory Sunbirds Osaka |
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| Career Summary | Joined Suntory Sunbirds in 2022 and plays in Japan's top division as an outside hitter. He extended his contract with the team for the 2026–2027 season. |
Social Media
| X | https://x.com/rui_takahashi_ |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the older brother of volleyball star Ran Takahashi. | |
| 2. He publicly came out as gay in September 2026. | |
| 3. He is associated with the jersey number 21. |