Shiro’s artwork is an exploration of classic New York urban history through the lens of an artist who
reveres Hip Hop culture. Her character named “Mimi” is foreign and yet incredibly recognizable.
Her artworks are prime examples of her fusion of both Japanese aesthetic and old-school New York
graffiti art. Mimi has deeper meaning beyond the surface, she is emblematic of strength and femininity.

A formative time for the artist was in her early 20’s. She worked as a nurse in Japan, a time she faced her patients and experienced end of life up-close while taking care of each one. Her practice as a nurse made her recognize that every life is limited. This pungent realization inspired her to travel all over the world and make her murals as her “Footsteps”.

She has traveled and made her mural to 20 countries and more to come. As the artist evolves her creative practice to include fashion, graphic design and fine art, she plans to build on what is now 21 years as an artist and engage in more community mural. In particular, to work directly with kids in slums and ghettos in the world.

Her Motto is “Love life and live it to the max. We exists RIGHT NOW, RIGHT HERE!”