Kaito Yamada

is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Vissel Kobe.

Early life Yamada was born on 31 August 2006. Born in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan, he is a native of Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan.

Club career As a youth player, Yamada joined the youth academy of Japanese side Vissel Kobe, where he captained the club's under-18 team. Japanese news website Gekisaka wrote in 2024 that he "secured a regular position as a center back last season and played in 21 league games, the most on the team. He has grown into a key player in the group that is competing for the championship" while playing for the under-18 team.

In 2025, he was sent on loan to American side Tacoma Defiance. On 8 March 2025, he debuted for the club during a 2–3 away loss to Ventura County FC in the league.

International career Yamada is a Japan youth international, having played for the Japan U-17s in 2023 and the U-18s in 2024. In March 2026, he was selected as part of the U-21 squad for their tour of South Korea.

Honours Vissel Kobe J1 100 Year Vision League: 2026

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