Kyoto Sanga is a professional soccer club based in Kyoto, Japan. The club was founded in 1922 and has a rich history in Japanese football. They have primarily competed in the J2 League, the second tier of Japanese football. Kyoto Sanga's home venue is the Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium, which has a capacity of around 20,588 spectators. The club's nickname is "Sanga," which is derived from the Sanskrit word for "group" or "community." Kyoto Sanga has had some notable accomplishments over the years, including winning the Emperor's Cup in 2002 and reaching the final of the J.League Cup in 2001. The club has also produced several talented players who have gone on to represent the Japanese national team.