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What's in that notebook? Fans think Japan coach has a Death Note

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu's tactical changes against the Netherlands reignited the famous Death Note meme, leaving many fans wondering about the story behind the joke.
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Hajime Moriyasu memes, explained: Why Japan's notebook-obsessed coach is called 'Light Yagami'

Every time Japan stage a comeback at the World Cup, the camera finds Hajime Moriyasu on the touchline with his head down, ...

Moriyasu’s note-taking creates buzz, thrills notebook maker

When Japanese national team coach Hajime Moriyasu would scribble in a notebook during a World Cup match, speculation as to ...

Is Hajime Moriyasu Really Japanese Football’s Death Note Coach? Know Why He’s Called ‘Light Yagami’

Hajime Moriyasu was back in the spotlight at FIFA World Cup 2026, and so was the notebook. Japan's 2-2 draw against the Netherlands sent social media into a frenzy, not just for the result but also ...