Aoi’s bio
- Birth Date: March 13, 1998
- Birth Place: Saitama Prefecture, Japan
- Kicking Foot: left
- Jersey Number: 13
- Playing Position: Midfielder
- Signing Date: February 4, 2025
Pronouns: She/Her
Previous Club
Tokyo Verdy Beleza (Japan)
College
Turned pro straight from youth academy
ACQUIRED
Signed by AFC Toronto ahead of the club’s inaugural Northern Super League season in 2025, as the club’s second international signing.
TRANSACTIONS
Signed a multi-year deal with AFC Toronto on December 5, 2024.
PROFESSIONAL
Kizaki made her professional debut in 2016 with Urawa Reds at the age of 17 and has since become a mainstay in Japan’s top flight. With over 100 appearances in the WE League, she has featured for Urawa Reds, Chifure AS Elfen Saitama, Sanfrecce Hiroshima Regina, and most recently Tokyo Verdy Beleza — one of the most storied women’s clubs in Japan. Known for her technical ability and vision, she has played across midfield and defense, often operating as a left-sided playmaker.
INTERNATIONAL
Represented Japan at the U-19 and U-20 levels. Competed in AFC youth competitions and development tournaments as part of Japan’s next generation of international talent.
YOUTH
A standout in Japan’s elite youth football system, Kizaki rose through the ranks of Urawa’s academy setup before making her senior debut.
