call in to those school board meetings.

Xuanzang is known as the inspiration for the character Tripitaka (or Songoku) in the legendary Journey to the West.Attendees included current and former reverends.

creating a mesmerizing experience for the audience.The sutra carried on a tradition that has been passed down for many centuries without any damage due to the infusion of saffron.Photos by TOMOKO NAGAI/Rafu Shimpo Articles for you@media ( min-width: 300px ){.

Japanese consul general in Los Angeles.The highlight of the event was the Daihannya Tendoku.

all designed to convey the profound beauty of Koyasan Buddhism.

in serving the Japanese and Japanese American community and promoting their culture and traditions.making him the first recipient in their organization to receive both the Scholar Athlete Award and the Gold Medal.

Probably most recognized for his role as Leroy Jethro Gibbs on the hit drama NCIS.the only Japanese American agent in naval intelligence.

he received two Best Ensemble SAG Award nominations.including tours as a special agent afloat on the USS Ranger (CV-61) and as the special agent in charge of NCIS offices in the Republic of Panama and the Pacific Northwest.