In September 2021, while studying at the Meiji University, it was announced that Kato would sign for J2 League side Tokyo Verdy for the 2022 season.
[1][2] Kato made his debut for Verdy against Thespakusatsu Gunma on 13 March 2022, coming on as a substitute in the 59th minute for his teammate Kohei Yamakoshi.
[4] Kato made 40 appearances for Verdy in the 2023 J2 League season, helping them gain promotion to the top-flight through the play-offs.
In December 2023, it was announced that Kato would be moving to J1 League club Yokohama F. Marinos for the 2024 season.
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