signifying shared success and a fulfilled vision for community-driven growth.

email pioneerluncheon@niseiweek.at the Japanese American Cultural and Community Centers Toshizo Watanabe Culinary Cultural Center (Garden Level).

Nominated by community organizations.and they serve as an inspiration to future generations.These individuals embody the pioneer spirit of the first-generation Issei.

org/events/pioneer-luncheon-registration.The Nisei Week Foundation is excited to recognize the 2025 Pioneer Spirit Award honorees.

Every year the Nisei Week Pioneer Spirit Award recognizes individuals who have dedicated years to uplifting the Japanese American community through outstanding work and volunteering.

Ticket sales will end on Wednesday.Coming Home: Disoriented and DismissedRe-entry meant facing anti-war activists.

We saw it up close — between rows of green onions and strawberry crates.Racist slurs reminded us that Japanese Americans.

A white girlfriend meant eviction threats in the South.and to offer a long-delayed welcome home.