Matsumoto Yamaga FC is a professional football club based in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, currently competing in the J3 League, the third tier of Japanese football. The club plays its home matches at the modern Sunpro Alwin stadium, nestled in the scenic Japanese Alps. Founded in 1965, the club's name "Yamaga" means "mountain fragrance," reflecting its beautiful regional setting, and its colors are orange and black. Yamaga has experienced the highs and lows of professional football, including a memorable stint in J1 League in 2015 which captured the nation's heart. Their peak era was that David-vs-Goliath top-flight season, where they defied expectations with a spirited, organized style. After relegation, the club now competes in J3 with the aim of returning to J2, relying on a mix of experienced professionals and promising youth. The club is renowned for its incredibly passionate and dedicated fan base, known as "Yamaga Supporters," who create a spectacular and unwavering atmosphere.