Kurosawa won first prize at the National Koto Competition in ‘89 and ‘92, and received a fellowship from the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan. After many music activities in Tokyo, Kurosawa moved to NYC in 2002. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2006. She has performed as a principal soloist for Orchestra of the Swan, UK, Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and Suntory Hall’s opening gala with Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. She was guest artist for Japanese Connection at Kennedy Center and was invited to the 30th anniversary of Australia Chamber Music Festival. Kurosawa is not only a performer but also she’s been active as a composer. Certified Grand Master from SEIHA school. Teaching at Music Performing Program at Columbia University.