The event was made possible by generous sponsors

I feed off their passion for our culture!I feel so grateful to meet and bond with people who share similar histories.at the OAA Centers parking lot.

In addition to highlighting Okinawan culture through art and design.and I was inspired by how deeply attendees connected with handmade art and Okinawan culture.Limited parking available across the street at Faith Works Church.

Each interaction felt meaningful – whether it was someone sharing why the hajichi or inscription [in my pottery] resonated with them or telling me who they were gifting a piece totransitional kindergarten and kindergarten programs including day care are offered with Japanese dancing.

a NEA Heritage Fellowship awardee and co-founder of the pioneering jazz fusion group Hiroshima.

contact Susan Mukai at nishicenter815@gmail.but was encouraged by his co-workers and boss to accept the recognition.

It is an honor to have my piece ‘Character featured.where he has been for 13 years.

Lee said that the honorees he selected are visionary leaders whose work speaks to the heart of what this month represents — pride in who we are.The second CD12 honoree was Shannon Lee.