Weve minimized the number of performers coming from Japan to prove that the same level of artistry can be achieved here in America.

use them as a model of what NOT to be like.hes good enough to be our neighbor.

and he recounted that a real estate agent said early on: If hes good enough to be teaching our kids.the proud World War II veteran of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team was in for a treat as many communities joined together to celebrate Yoshs 100th birthday.I took the liberty to ask him what he thought of the division that was created in the Japanese American community when concentration camp internees were questioned on their loyalty to this country.

shared the mic for Yoshs contributions to the local arts community; and Rev.He did not hold any grudges against those who resisted the draft.

Entertainment highlights of the program were Harold Payne singing Quiet Heroes— written by Payne to honor the Japanese American veterans of the 100th/442nd and a grand finale by The Tappettes.

and Yorba Linda City Councilwoman Peggy Huang.She is starting to create her art again.

Everyone was invited to sing Hana wa Saku (Flowers Will Bloom).conducted by Maestro Leonard Narumi.

Matsutoyo Kai’s Kidz Minyo Station performed songs from Fukushima.Young musicians performed a Bach concerto.