The Nakagiri families headed to the Eastern Sierras in July for their annual fishing trip.

fully Americanizing it doesnt feel right either.even while they were incarcerated during World War II.

Some people still remember me from when I was three years old.Q: What is the most memorable performance youve had so far?A: Performing Sagi Musume (The Heron Maiden) at my shihan (master teacher) debut was a major challenge and remains one of the most significant experiences for me.I feel I have no right to complain about anything by comparison.

while others focus purely on the aesthetics of movement.Mitsuhiro Sensei and Sato Matsutoyo Sensei had a close relationship.

Looking Ahead: Challenges Toward the FutureQ: What are your hopes for the major dance performance planned for Jan.

MARIO GERSHOM REYESBando Hidesomi leads dancers and Nisei Week Queen Jordyn Adachi during the Closing Ceremonies in 2017.Participants held signs emphasizing food security.

and Medi-Cal benefits that help thousands of Los Angeles families and seniors put food on the table and stay healthy.Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) staff gathered in front of the Federal Building in Downtown Los Angeles on Oct.

LTSC will continue monitoring updates from federal and state agencies and provide multilingual assistance to residents navigating benefit renewals and disruptions.We feel it is important to lift up these issues and remind policymakers that behind every delayed payment or suspended benefit is a real person — a senior waiting for food assistance or a parent choosing between medication and groceries.