What Japan is in danger of losing.

The picnic features activities for all ages.All proceeds will benefit the OAA.

The picnic will conclude with the much-anticipated chinahichi (tug-of-war); age restrictions apply.South El Monte (if using smartphone map: 622 Santa Anita Ave.and live music will be provided by sanshin (traditional three-stringed lute) and paarankuu (hand drum) musicians.

From traditional dances and folk music to the dynamic Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko drum-dancing group (celebrating their 30th anniversary).Volunteers needed on July 19 and 20: www

Volunteers needed on July 19 and 20: www.

The picnic will be held at Whittier Narrows Recreation AreaMy brother Mark shared that the contributions made by early Japanese Americans help shape our communities and that it was important to create awareness and to preserve that legacy.

grandson of Satoru Tsuneishi (1888-1987).both long-time residents of the city.

which will include a variety of amenities.posted on Facebook: Satoru Tsuneishi was the first Asian American to graduate from the Monrovia-Arcadia High School.