We had the good fortune of connecting with Akina Kitazawa and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Akina, what makes you happy? Why?
My puppy. He is the cutest!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Broadway dancer.
I just love my job! I’m so proud of myself to make my dream come true. It wasn’t easy at all. And it is still hard to survive in this business. We have to keep practicing and growing. And trust myself that I can do this!
All you need is 99 % of practicing and 1% of talent.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Pizza, bagel
Central Park, Times Square
Shopping, Broadway shows

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
John Leggio to be my best mentor/friend.
And my family to let me do what I love

Instagram: @akinakitazawa

Image Credits
Let me know which photo you want to use. Each photo was taken by different photographers.

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