Ito was born in Mie Prefecture on July 1, 1959.
After graduating from high school, he joined the Japan Soccer League Division 2 club Honda in 1978.
In 1980, the club won the championship and was promoted to Division 1.
On June 19, 1981, Ito debuted for Japan national team against Malaysia.
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