Tochigi SC is a professional football club based in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, and currently competes in the Japanese J3 League. The club's full name is Tochigi Soccer Club, and they play their home matches at the Tochigi Green Stadium. Founded in 1953, it is one of the older clubs in Japanese football, with its colors being blue and white. The team has a long history rooted in local company football before transitioning to a fully professional outfit. The name simply reflects its prefectural identity. For many years, Tochigi SC was a stalwart of the Japan Football League. A key era began when they gained promotion to J2 in 2009, marking their entry into the professional league system, where they remained for over a decade. Their most notable achievement was a strong fifth-place finish in J2 in 2018, just missing the promotion playoffs. The modern era sees the club rebuilding in J3 after relegation, focusing on a blend of experienced players and youth to mount a promotion challenge. The team enjoys steady support from the local community, with a family-friendly atmosphere at their stadium. In short, Tochigi SC is a historic club with deep local roots, working diligently to climb back into J2.