the Distinguished Service Cross.

I never felt threatened or afraid of being mugged.Joyful music and dance seemed to override any inconveniences.

he led us into small bars where recorded or live music played while anyone from the street was invited to join to dance or sing — whether they had money to buy a drink or not.It can be seen in the abundant Japanese-influenced street and fine art as well as numerous comments from locals that they want to go there.and people that is intoxicating.

We were fortunate to get insights about this island country from our incredibly well-read and informed 38-year-old Cuban guide.but we were told that even in five-star hotels supplies were spare.

as a Japanese American tourist traveling with two tourists from Tokyo.

Theres probably no starker contrast between the two cultures of Japan and Cuba.According to Rafu columnist Sharon Yamato.

He also talked about his sister.he took his six grandchildren to see the movie Living.

and to use the time he had left to get his affairs in order.who was only allowed in the U.