the Japanese Lan-guage School was established.

but Im embracing that challenge fully.I simply loved Japanese dance.

and what message do you have for younger generations?A: This is a lifelong challenge for me — and my own way of thinking has continued to evolve.I traveled to Japan during every summer vacation for training with her.Knowing that there were so many Japanese dance teachers even in the camps makes me realize that this tradition has existed in America since before the war.

You used to just sit so still and watch.Do you have a message for the audience?A: I hope everyone enjoys Nisei Week while embracing the spirit of gratitude.

marking your 30th anniversary as an instructor?A: For this performance.

Bando Hidesomi will serve as the official choreographer.and help a person get into an altered state of consciousness.

It might be as simple as enjoying a bird singing or seeing a magnificent sky.use music/sound that helps you relax while you think about experiences you have had in the past that make you feel happy and healthy.

stress hormones and increase beneficial hormones.I watched a webinar on sound healing recently and found that music/frequencies can induce relaxed states that decrease heart rate.