After basic combat training he completed the Army medic course.

and the local Japanese American community.a music school that has taught some 30.

Shirai was awarded the Foreign Missions local employee Long-Term Service Award (17 years of service) in recognition of her many years of contributions and dedicated work at the consulate.She continues to spend her days involved in promoting mutual understanding between Japan and the U.She served more than 35 years until her retirement on May 3.

she also planned and supported charity concerts to raise funds for a care facility providing mental health support to children orphaned by the Great East Japan Earthquake.while the building in which the consulate was located was under strict police security as it was believed to be a possible target for terrorist attacks.

making significant contributions to the activities of the consulate.

Fujita continues to play an active role in the Japanese American community.the staff of Nagoya Port Authority.

On behalf of the residents of Los Angeles.Eisenhowers People-to-People Program.

the Nagoya Sister Cities Association.LANS-CA promotes peace and international understanding through citizen diplomacy.