Kirsty Kawano

Kirsty Kawano is an Australian who has lived in Japan for many years. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two beautiful daughters.

Articles By Kirsty

Video Shows Bystanders How To Take Action

Japanese Anti-Sexual Violence Ad, #ActiveBystander, Becomes Online Hit

December 2, 2020 | Art & Culture, Lifestyle

A Drawing Of Usagi As Asian Set Off A Multinational Twitter Debate

Why Blonde-Haired, Blue-Eyed Sailor Moon Is Neither White Nor Japanese

October 16, 2020 | Art & Culture

It Takes A Lot Of Work To Honor An Emperor

The Making Of The Eternal Forest At Meiji Shrine

July 13, 2020 | Art & Culture, Tokyo Neighborhoods

Having Others Understand Your Difficulties Makes Them Less Difficult

Wheelchair Women Are Changing The Dialogue Around Disability In Japan

June 24, 2020 | Lifestyle, Savvy Spotlight

Shut-In Spouses Long For Separation As Covid-19 Spreads

‘Corona Divorce’ Threatens Marriages As Life Amid Virus Exposes Couples’ Values

May 13, 2020 | Lifestyle, Relationships

Translated Versions Of Some Of The Nation’s Most Beloved Stories

10 Of Japan’s Best Children’s Books—In English

April 16, 2020 | Book Corner, Education

How Sakura Stole A Nation's Heart

The History Of Hanami: Cherry Blossom Viewing Over The Ages

March 23, 2020 | Art & Culture

Gaining freedom, without divorcing

Graduating from Marriage, the Japanese Phenomenon of Sotsukon

February 5, 2020 | Lifestyle, Relationships

Boost Your Energy in the New Year With These Traditional Foods

6 Of The Healthiest Japanese Snacks For Your Kids And You

January 8, 2020 | Families, Food & Drink, Health & Beauty

Share the season's greetings in traditional Japanese style

All You Need To Know About Japan’s ‘Nengajo’ New Year’s Cards

December 5, 2019 | Japanese Culture, Lifestyle

The Perfect Pairs For Your Afternoon Java Break

5 Classic Japanese Sweets To Enjoy With Your Coffee

October 30, 2019 | Food & Drink