Ted LieuDenying the humanity of civilians who are caught in the middle of war is morally repugnant.

That spirit of volunteerism has been the mission of JWSSC.founded in 1904 and celebrating its centennial this year.

wife of Consul General Kenko Sone and honorary JWSSC president.Yuko UyesugiEnglish secretary: Linda HondaJapanese secretaries: Sachiko Okazoe (January.stickers and pastel cards and some creative volunteerism.

5 at the Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Torrance.Kiyoe SuzukiMembers at large: Yoko Awaya.

longtime JWSSC member and also a shodo teacher.

The luncheon was emceed by Kitty Sankey.Entertainment was provided by Tokyo-born Rayko Tak.

She led the guests in singing the New Years song Oshogatsu no Uta.Pokemon Ondo and Yoru ni Kakeru.

Guests catch up with each other during the luncheon.and knew more about families histories and connections than some of the families themselves.