- Born: January 14, 1993, in Chico, California.
- High School: Attended Chico High School, excelling as a basketball point guard and co-captain.
- College: Graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in Finance, where he also played college golf.
Professional Career Highlights
- Turned Pro: 2015, playing on various tours before securing his PGA Tour card in 2021.
- PGA Tour Wins:
- Arnold Palmer Invitational (2023) – His first PGA Tour victory, achieved in his debut at the event.
- 3M Open (2025) – His second PGA Tour win, boosting his FedEx Cup standing significantly.
- DP World Tour Wins:
- AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open (2018).
- Oman Open (2019).
Personal & Other Details
- Heritage: Japanese-American, with his mother being of Japanese descent.
- Superstition: Eats candy the night before rounds.
- Foundation: Runs the Kurt Kitayama Foundation, mentoring young golfers.