Description: (Japanese Retired Volleyball Player)
Saori Kimura, a retired Japanese volleyball player, gained recognition for her versatility across various positions. She played for teams like Toray Arrows and the All-Japan women's volleyball team, showcasing her leadership as team captain. Over the years, Kimura competed in numerous Summer Olympics, achieving a bronze medal in 2012. Her career saw her play for clubs such as VakıfBank Türk Telekom and Galatasaray Daikin, before returning to Toray Arrows. In 2017, Kimura made the decision to retire, concluding a successful professional volleyball journey.