and Rafus Japanese section editor-in-chief Kiyoshi Yano.

In an interview after the press conference with Kirsten Watson.it struck me that besides being a great pitcher.

blazed the trail for so many who have come after him: Ichiro Suzuki.Kobe Bryant and Venus and Serena Williams.NHK would only show the half of the inning when Nomo pitched.

(MARIO GERSHOM REYES/Rafu Shimpo)Now all that energy and excitement will be in Chavez Ravine.Not only players from Japan; think of the Nikkei athletes who have made their mark since Nomo: Kurt Suzuki.

he has spent the last five seasons in Orange County.

RPV — all these parts of SoCal have many JAs who call it home.A highlight of the event was the entertainment provided by Bando Hidesomis Nihon buyo (Japanese classical dance) class.

for her dedicated service to the club over the past year.MONTEBELLO —?The Monterey Park Japanese American Senior Citizens Club held its 51st annual installation and New Years banquet on Jan.

Uba expressed the clubs gratitude for Keiros sponsorship pf the event.Janice Uba recognized Susan Campbell as Volunteer of the Year.