Kumi Nakada

is a former professional volleyball player and former coach of Hisamitsu Springs. She led Japan to a bronze medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics while still in high school.

Personal life
After brief stints as a fashion model and motivational speaker, Nakada currently provides colour commentary and makes guest appearances in a wide range of sports and variety media in Japan. She is represented by Sports Biz in Tokyo.

Coaching
In October 2016, Nakada became the Japan women's national volleyball team's head coach. She retired from the position in August 2021, after the team finished in 10th place in the 2020 Summer Olympics.

National team

 * 1982: 4th place in the World Championship
 * 1984: 3rd place in the Olympic Games of Los Angeles
 * 1986: 7th place in the World Championship
 * 1988: 4th place in the Olympic Games of Seoul
 * 1992: 5th place in the Olympic Games of Barcelona