Shigeru Kayano

Shigeru Kayano was a distinguished Ainu activist and scholar from Japan, dedicated to preserving and promoting Ainu culture and rights. The Ainu are indigenous people of Japan, particularly in Hokkaido, with unique language, traditions, and heritage. Kayano worked to increase awareness of Ainu history and raise their social and political status. He served as a politician and teacher, advocating for cultural recognition, legal rights, and the revival of traditional practices. His efforts helped foster greater understanding and respect for Ainu identity within Japan.