Higashiguchi was born in Takatsuki on May 12, 1986. After graduating from Niigata University of Management, he joined J1 League club Albirex Niigata in 2009. Although he injured every season, he played many matches from 2010. In 2014, he moved to Gamba Osaka. In 2014, Gamba won all three major title in Japan; J1 League, J.League Cup and Emperor's Cup.