Osaka University of Commerce
Kawano was born in Miyazaki Prefecture on November 5, 1969. After graduating from Osaka University of Commerce, he joined Urawa Reds in 1992. In 1992, he moved to Argentine club Argentino Rosario on loan. In 1993, he returned to Urawa Reds and played several matches as forward. However he could not play at all in the match from 1994 and he moved to Japan Football League club Vissel Kobe in 1996. The club was promoted to J1 League in 1997. However he could not play at all in the match and he retired end of 1997 season.