The Mitanis led Gardena Buddhist Churchs donation drive for Pasadena Bud-dhist Temple.

Aiko: Another huge thing that stood out to me and looking through the archives was the way that the program itself has evolved over the years.Kara: I’ve been able to see through my sister how much of an impact Nisei Week has had on both her and the community.

the words What is the Nisei Week Queen and Court Program? appear.When I put on the kimono and I was looking at myself in the mirror.There’s just something so life-changing about this whole program.

I think that also shows how it’s changed.like Aiko and Sarah and the whole court.

It’s definitely more incorporated in both promoting businesses foot traffic.

Rafu: Can you remind me: what was the year that Nisei Week started?Aiko: Nisei Week started in 1934.the masters who had built the hogaku world were still healthy and continued their activities.

and I began frequently performing at Los Angeles events.Authentic Japanese classical performing arts that had been absent for so long are returning to Los Angeles.

and a large performance was held in 2008.each producing many name-holders.