Iwatakis work dates back to the 1970s when she was involved with Japanese American Community Services-Asian Involvement (JACS-AI).

the rise of Japanese investment led to the destruction of community institutions such as the Sun Building and the Sun Hotel in favor of commercial development like Weller Court.developments that affect the Little Tokyo community need to reflect the goals of the Sustainable Little Tokyo Community Vision.

Little Tokyos housing market is unlikely to respond as predicted.The Cold Storage Project is a luxury development that will serve as a high-priced island for those who can afford to live and shop there.With the increased costs of materials due to tariffs and a looming recession keeping patrons at home.

yet they have again and again refused to come to the table.Affordable units help residents who need a roof over their heads now and cant wait years for other units to become cheaper.

It was a collective decision that represented the frustration of different groups about the project and the unwillingness of the developer to create a project that benefits the current stakeholders of Little Tokyo.

Opinions expressed in Vox Populi are not necessarily those of The Rafu Shimpo.it is the most recent Japanese martial art to take root overseas.

he has sought to reinvigorate Vancouvers sumo tradition and normalize sumo as just another wrestling style.but also martial arts enthusiasts.

within the last eight years it has gradually evolved to include women and non-binary competitors.The atmosphere of Sumo Sundays contrasts markedly with the machismo of many martial arts clubs.