Kazuo took on his most memorable protection assignment — protection of the emperor and empress of Japan.

then in Hollywood and finally in Glendale.including the The Mechanic starring Charles Bronson.

He was a pioneer in the art of karate and founded the International Karate Association (IKA).He made his international debut by performing a karate demonstration at the Ed Parker International Tournament in 1964.he would have turned 90 years old.

where he set up his karate school first in Long Beach.Two weeks prior to his passing.

He eventually taught law enforcement and military throughout the globe.

living on the streets of Tokyo.and a variety of other obstacles including racism and trauma.

inclusive support system while also changing API communities perceptions of incarceration and formerly incarcerated people through education.and move towards the creation of an API RISE re-entry home.

eager to introduce themselves and.Southeast Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are incarcerated at much higher rates than average.