Kono.  ​

 

Born in 2005, 20 years old, from Okinawa, Japan.

Having studied at an international school for entire life, a pivotal experience occurred during high school at an international boarding school.

Being in an international environment inherently positioned as a representative of Japan, discussions about the country often revealed a limited knowledge of one's own heritage. This led to frustration and a sense of urgency to explore Japan's culture. Determined to reconnect with these roots, the final project in Visual Arts, a subject in the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, became a vehicle for artistic expression reflecting Japanese culture. This marked the beginning of an ongoing journey to deepen an understanding and connection with Japan's rich heritage, which continues to fuel a passion for creating art that embodies this cultural legacy.​​​​​​