Rising Star Joins National Team

Keisei Tominaga, the talented guard currently with the Levanga Hokkaido of the B.League, has been selected for the 12-man roster of the Japan men’s basketball team. The team is preparing for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Regional Qualifier Window 2 against South Korea, scheduled for tomorrow, March 1st, in Okinawa Prefecture.

Match Schedule

Japan will face a challenging schedule in Okinawa:

• February 26 (Wednesday): vs. Chinese Representative (19:05 JST) @ Okinawa Arena
• March 1 (Sunday): vs. Korean Representative (14:00 JST) @ Okinawa Arena

*All times are Japan Standard Time.

Player Profile: Keisei Tominaga

Key Information

• Uniform Number: 30
• Position: Shooting Guard / Point Guard
• Height/Weight: 1.88m / 81kg (6’2” / 178lbs)
• Date of Birth: February 1, 2001 (Age 25)
• Nationality: Japan
• Birthplace: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
• Alma Mater: University of Nebraska

Career Highlights

Tominaga’s professional journey includes stints with:

• 2024-2025: Indiana Mad Ants (NBA G League)
• 2025-Present: Levanga Hokkaido

He also has experience in the NBA G League United.

Extensive National Team Experience

Tominaga’s commitment to Japanese basketball is evident in his extensive representative history:

• 2017: U16 Japan National Team – FIBA U16 Asian Championship
• 2018: U18 Japan National Team – FIBA U18 Asian Championship
• 2022: Japan Men’s Basketball National Team – FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Asian Regional Qualifiers Window 3
• 2022: Japan Men’s Basketball National Team – FIBA Asia Cup
• 2023: Japan Men’s Basketball National Team – FIBA Basketball World Cup
• 2024: Japan Men’s Basketball National Team – Paris Olympic Games (5-a-side basketball)
• 2025: Japan Men’s Basketball National Team – FIBA Asia Cup
• 3×3 Basketball: Represented Japan in 3×3 competitions, including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

College and Early Career

Before turning professional, Tominaga honed his skills at Ranger College and later at the University of Nebraska. He was a Second-team All-Sizeable Ten selection in 2024.

FAQ

Q: What position does Keisei Tominaga play?

A: He plays both Point Guard and Shooting Guard.

Q: Where is Keisei Tominaga currently playing?

A: He is currently playing for Levanga Hokkaido in the B.League.

Q: Has Keisei Tominaga represented Japan internationally before?

A: Yes, he has a significant history with both the 5-a-side and 3×3 Japan national teams.