Ogura was born in Suzuka on July 6, 1973. After graduating from Yokkaichi Chuo Technical High School, he joined Nagoya Grampus Eight in 1992. In 1993, he moved to Eerste Divisie club Excelsior on loan. He returned Nagoya in 1994. In 1995, the club won Emperor's Cup first major title in club history. At the final, he scored 2 goals against Sanfrecce Hiroshima. However he got hurt in 1996. He operated several times and returned, but his opportunities to play decreased. In the early 2000s, he played for JEF United Ichihara (2000), Tokyo Verdy (2001) and Consadole Sapporo (2002). In 2003, he moved to J2 League club Ventforet Kofu. He played as regular player in 2003 and 2004. He retired in 2005.