These two women have shaped my guiding values.

so then we can use the public space again.including Little Tokyo Service Center.

I want younger people to understand that Little Tokyo is theirs and that in order for it to continue.They walk away with a good feeling about Little Tokyo and themselves too.Photos by TOMOKO NAGAI /Rafu ShimpoWith brooms and cleaning supplies in hand.

It just warms my heart to see this many people come out and clean up Little Tokyo.we have to maintain it with cleanliness.

The task of removing stickers and graffiti carelessly placed on public signs and utility poles was particularly challenging

understands court proceedings and is able to cooperate with counsel.Afuso Ryu Kenkyuu Choichi Kai provided live music for Okinawan dances.

Naomi Mekaru was among the dance instructors.The instructors danced in the inner circle for the benefit of those who didnt know the steps.

Both days ended with one of the largest Bon Odori events in Southern California.GBCs own Isami Taiko performed.