was a Japanese football player and manager. He played for the Japan national team.

Club career Onishi was born in Kyoto on April 18, 1943. After graduating from Kyoto University of Education, he joined Mitsubishi Motors in 1967. The club won the league champions in 1969 and 1973. The club also won 1971 and 1973 Emperor's Cup. He retired in 1974. He played 83 games in the league.

National team career In October 1969, Onishi was selected Japan national team for 1970 World Cup qualification. At this qualification, on October 10, he debuted against Australia.Japan National Football Team Database

Coaching career After retirement, Onishi became a manager for Toshiba in 1981. He managed until 1985–86 season. In 2002, he signed with Thespa Kusatsu and became a general manager. From November 2005, he also served as president.

On June 29, 2006, Onishi died of lung cancer in Yokohama at the age of 63.

Club statistics Club performance League Season Club League Apps GoalsJapan League1967Mitsubishi MotorsJSL Division 11401968140196914019701401971801972110197360197420Total830

National team statistics Japan national teamYearAppsGoals196910Total10

References

External links

Japan National Football Team Database