including essays written in both languages.

stickers and pastel cards and some creative volunteerism.5 at the Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Torrance.

Kiyoe SuzukiMembers at large: Yoko Awaya.longtime JWSSC member and also a shodo teacher.The luncheon was emceed by Kitty Sankey.

who are recovering from the Jan.Guests and members of the Japanese Womens Society of Southern California pose for a group portrait on Feb.

Yuriko Shikai addresses the gathering.

She said the experience made her stronger person and thanked the board for all their efforts.(Courtesy Alan and Yvonne Nishio)?Since his passing on Dec.

with its shoji screens and wood cabinets handcrafted in Japan from hinoki (cypress) trees.Wyatt will always be grateful to Alan for welcoming her to the organization with his characteristic warmth and humility.

As Alan was a long-serving member of JACCCs board.remembers Alan as one of the most wonderful people he has worked with throughout his 40-year tenure at JACCC.