She plays Lock internationally for the Japan women's national rugby union team.
[2][3] Sato started in Japan's historic match against the Black Ferns at Eden Park ahead of the World Cup.
[4] She was then named in Japan's squad for the 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand and started in all three of their games.
[5][8][9] She made her Super W debut for Western Force in their opening match against the NSW Waratahs.
[11][12] Sato scored a try before half-time to help the Sakura's secure their spot at the 2025 Rugby World Cup and the 2024 WXV 2 tournament.