Our Japanese ancestors were part of that massive wave of newcomers who sought only the opportunity to better themselves – an opportunity afforded to them by an America that was more generous back then.

Mario’s lifelong work as a photographer helped the Nikkei community to see and remember its history.Former Rafu graphic designer Ayame Kousaka found a generous mentor and photo instructor in Reyes.

Just as he had done for Sumako.military after being drafted while imprisoned.founder and former executive director of the Little Tokyo Service Center.

but always made sure that those he loved knew it without question.his photos brought the people.

Bed-ridden and unable to read it himself.

Much of his work was in conjunction with the writing of the late journalist Martha Nakagawa.He witnessed white smoke at the Vatican twice.

Ono has attended two royal weddings.two RTDNA (Radio Television Digital News Association) National Unity Awards.

Hes covered terrorism from Paris not only in 2015 as the historic city was crippled with fear.and the Distinguished Journalist Award from the Society of Professional Journalists.