Because of the sloping floor of the original theater.

My feelings of shame were replaced with pride.an organization that creates a safe space for LGBTQ+ people within the temple.

Kris Hayashi and Cecilia Chung.Marsha Aizumi — founder of Okaeri — connected with us back in 2018 to support us in spreading awareness and education of LGBTQ+ issues and identities in both Buddhist and Nikkei communities.I learned from community leaders about the barriers and successes in building LGBTQ+ Nikkei spaces.

Sharing my journey with others and hearing such parallel experiences made me feel less alone.I truly felt empowered and seen by the speakers.

I was fortunate to be raised by Sansei and Yonsei social workers who took me to my first LA Pride.

who have persevered in spite of their erasure and invisibility.Mamiya asked for donations to support Waseda students who.

who was not only a guest speaker.chair of Waseda Alumni Association Los Angeles ChapterIn addition to socializing.

jp/inst/us-office/en/Photos by J.Kokusaibu alumni Michael Okamura.