Genji is an Elder of Kirigakure.

Manga debut: Naruto Chapter #454

Anime debut: Naruto Shippuuden Episode #199

Background:

Genji spent much of his lifetime contributing to Kirigakure's development. He holds as much importance within the village as its Mizukage and his advice is sought for when it comes to the villages most important matters, essentially making him the law of Kirigakure.

In the anime, when Tsunade sent an invitation for Kirigakure to join the Chuunin Exams co-hosted by Konohagakure and Sunagakure, Genji suggested for Kirigakure not to take part, taking Ao's advice to instead focus on the village's internal affairs.