Kashiwa earned their spot in Asian club football's premier tournament with a 1-0 win over Gamba Osaka.

They complete Group H in the continental event, joining A-League side Central Coast Mariners, Chinese Super League side Guizhou Renhe and K-League outfit Suwon Bluewings.

Kashiwa will being their Asian campaign on February 27, with a visit to Guizhou Renhe.