SC Sagamihara
In 2009, when Akiba was player, he became a playing manager for SC Sagamihara. In 2010, he retired playing career and resigned as manager. In 2011, he signed with Mito HollyHock and became a coach. In 2013, he moved to Thespakusatsu Gunma and became a manager. He resigned end of 2014 season.