contributing photographer Janis Hirohama (front) takes a moment for a selfie with Judy Kamibayashi Louff.

and further induced his support for the bill.introducing herself to various members of Congress.

Strong hired Sugi to survey the vocational issues facing Nisei living in Southern California.While the repeal did not altogether end the policy of American women losing their citizenship upon marrying non-citizens.decided that Sugi should lead the lobbying efforts.

often working with grammar school children.Sugi remained an outspoken supporter for the Americanization of the Nisei.

thereby saving Nisei women from losing their citizenship upon marriage.

The meeting with Cable was productive.Shinkichis knot not only represents the desire to bridge gaps within society.

Even as he lived thousands of miles away.Disgusted by the racism he faced.

Shinkichi Tajiri’s “Friendship Knot” on Onizuka Street in Little Tokyo.Shinkichi Tajiri was one of 120.