kiyokumo was born in koshu on september 11, 1950. after graduating from hosei university, he joined japan soccer league club furukawa electric in 1973. in 1976, the club won the champions in japan soccer league and emperor's cup. the club also won 1977 and 1982 jsl cup. he retired in 1982. he played 149 games and scored 6 goals in the league. he was selected best eleven in 1974, 1975 and 1976.