which was the victim of a possible hate crime — arson and vandalism — in early 2021.

as a brick-and-mortar business serving the community.and have a place for our future generations to learn.

Once Skip took over the business.who spent long hours improving and growing the business.but Kawaratani said that she was also doted on by her aunt and grandmother.

Kutani vases and many bronze and cast-iron pieces.and to keep Little Tokyo thriving.

Little Tokyo grew because there was a purpose and need to go there.

and Aiko watched all of this and learned.who currently serves as editor of the editorial page.

and will continue working with Deputy Editorial Page Editor Mariel Garza.an online platform for rapid-response commentary.

and to the world — in bringing attention to issues that matter most.She was a Nieman Fellow at Harvard in 1992-1993.