and currently The Rafu Shimpo.

he established Katada-Kai USA and held performances in Los Angeles for over 20 years.when masters began passing away or retiring one after another.

KIneya Yasoyo (the second generation).I found that the Los Angeles hogaku (traditional Japanese music) world was experiencing its golden age.dealing a major blow to Japanese companies.

I participated as an ohayashi performer (Katada Kimisen).Buddhist temples played a particularly important role.

They protected children from parents who worked day and night.

folk song artist Matsutoyo-san launched Yamato-gaku USA.The Little Tokyo Breakfast Club will meet on Thursday.

Chris Komai will be the fifth guest speaker.Enjoy the seasonal beauty of the James Irvine Japanese garden as the backdrop.

A freelance writer active in Little Tokyo for over five decades.and continues his community leadership while preserving Nikkei sports heritage.