INTRODUTION
Kaito progressed from Yokkaichi Chuo Kogyo High School to Gifu Keizai University. Serving as the captain in their fourth year, he achieved the title of top scorer in the Tokai University Football League with 19 goals.
In 2018, Kaito joined Grulla Morioka, making an impact with 15 goals in their first professional season. In 2020, he transferred to Roasso Kumamoto. Operating as a left winger, his proficiency in cutting inside with the right foot and well-timed runs into the box allowed him to become the J3 League top scorer with 18 goals.
Moving to Albirex Niigata in J2 in 2021 through a permanent transfer, he played every league match, scoring a team-leading 13 goals. In 2022, he contributed significantly with 9 goals to help the club secure promotion to J1.
Known for their ability to break through defenses and powerful shots, Kaito is an ace striker with a wide shooting range, displaying boldness in aiming for goals even from outside the penalty area.
CLUB HISTORY
| SEASON | CLUB | COMPETITION | MATCHES | GOALS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Iwate Grulla Morioka |
J.League Division3 The Emperor's Cup |
23 1 |
15 0 |
| 2019 | Iwate Grulla Morioka |
J.League Division3 The Emperor's Cup |
32 2 |
9 1 |
| 2020 | Roasso Kumamoto |
J.League Division3 J3 League top scorer |
34 | 18 |
| 2021 | Albirex Niigata |
J.League Division2 The Emperor's Cup |
42 1 |
13 0 |
| 2022 | Albirex Niigata |
J.League Division2 The Emperor's Cup J2 League Championship |
36 1 |
9 0 |
| 2023 | Albirex Niigata |
J.League Division1 J.LEAGUE YBC Levain CUP The Emperor's Cup |
21 4 2 |
3 1 1 |
| 2024 | Albirex Niigata |
J.League Division1 J.LEAGUE YBC Levain CUP The Emperor's Cup |
34 8 1 |
10 3 1 |
| 2025 | Albirex Niigata |
J.League Division1 J.LEAGUE YBC Levain CUP The Emperor's Cup |
28 2 0 |
2 0 0 |