Being able to explore more about my culture through the program was amazing.

Reflecting upon the event and the two history projects.Kansha volunteers assisted attendees with searching the projects database for their families farm records.

the projects work preserves the historical contributions.over 30 people received their families farm records.a community-based history project that is documenting 5.

org and view or submit Issei and Nisei Farmers: Their Legacy stories at WalkTheFarm.over 40 farmers and descendants of all ages gathered at the Reedley Buddhist Church in Californias San Joaquin Valley to learn about the Kansha Project.

Their excitement moved them to share stories of their families’ strength and resilience.

which the Tanaka family and the farms crew members had meticulously staged and decorated.Perhaps best known for its annual Obon Festival.

Gardenas sister city in Japan.In-person social gatherings were banned and stay-at-home orders were enacted.

During this time of increased hostility against Japanese and Japanese Americans.Terri Mitani and her husband helped coordinate the Gardena Buddhist Churchs donation drive to assist members of the Pasadena Buddhist Temple following the devastating Eaton Fire in January.