Drummer Land Richards (second from left) shares a memory of hearing June Kuramoto perform koto with Hiroshima at Howard University in 1991.

its not always easy to find such spaces for queer Nikkei.As Mariko Rooks beautifully sums up: Having so many generations of queer Nikkei in the same space is such a powerful testament to our communitys longevity and futurity.

sometimes even by their own families and communities.The organizing committee for Okaeri Matsuri.just like many of the community members I see in our Okaeri spaces.

It provides a culturally informed yet affirming space for LGBTQ+ Nikkei that otherwise wouldnt be possible.reflects the idea that the Nikkei LGBTQ+ community will always persist and find joy in their authentic selves.

despite the long-standing presence of LGBTQ+ individuals in the Nikkei community and the dozens of cultural festivals and events that happen each year.

while others styled more avant garde outfits inspired by pop culture.Biden even came to California twice to personally raise money against Republicans like me.

far from the struggles endured by true refugees.I’ll never stop advocating for everyday Americans who are being suffocated by bureaucrats that don’t care about them.

currently represents the 37th Senate District.Clinton also attended an AAPI Voters Matter reception in Irvine along with actor/comedian Ken Jeong.