is a Japanese footballer currently playing as a forward for Albirex Niigata (S). Club career High school While in junior high school, Kunori played for the academy of professional club Kyoto Sanga. He played as a midfielder, but his opportunities were limited due to the form of Shimpei Fukuoka and Genki Egawa. Having failed to establish himself in the Kyoto Sanga youth team, he moved to Higashiyama High School, where he was converted to a striker, and established himself in the team. University Kunori committed to playing football at Kansai University. He scored once in the 2022 Emperor's Cup, in a 2–0 win over FC Osaka. Professional In January 2023, it was announced that Kunori would join Singaporean club Albirex Niigata Singapore for the 2023 season. He made his debut in the Singapore Community Shield, scoring once in a 3–0 win against Hougang United. Style of play A forward with good technique, skilful dribbling and pinpoint passing ability, Kunori is also highly regarded for his vision and situational awareness. He has been compared to fellow Japanese footballer Daichi Kamada for his style of play. Career statistics Club . Notes References 2001 births Living people Association football people from Kyoto Prefecture Kansai University alumni Japanese footballers Association football forwards Kyoto Sanga FC players Albirex Niigata Singapore FC players Japanese expatriate footballers Japanese expatriate sportspeople in Singapore Expatriate footballers in Singapore