Kaoru Mitoma.
Updated June 20, 2026 · DynastyDaily Editorial · ● Live Last updated: 2026-06-21T02:18:50Z
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Kaoru Mitoma — Left wing, born 20 May 1997 in Kawasaki, Japan, currently at Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League). Japan: 40+ caps.
Personal information
| Full name | Kaoru Mitoma |
| Date of birth | 20 May 1997 |
| Birthplace | Kawasaki, Japan |
| Height | 1.78 m |
| Position | Left wing |
| Preferred foot | Right |
Club information
| Current club | Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League) |
| Shirt number | 10 |
Junior career
Kawasaki Frontale youth, also studied at University of Tsukuba.
Senior career
- Kawasaki Frontale (2020-2021)
- Union Saint-Gilloise loan
- Brighton (2022-present)
National team
Japan: 40+ caps.
Related
Same country: See teams page
Achievements
- J1 League 2020, 2021
- Asian Cup runner-up 2024
Playing style & 2026 outlook
Mitoma is the technical leader of Japan's Samurai Blue era. The 2026 World Cup is his second after the 2022 run that beat Germany and Spain.
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