His own response as an 18-year-old was to prove the loyalty of the Japanese Americans because this was their country.

Japanese communities along the West Coast.women are considered to be kegare (穢れ).

and not allowed to enter the sacred dohyō.members of the queer community.The club attracts a wide range of participants from all walks of life: not only Nikkei proudly reviving their culture.

has inspired interest in womens sumo around the world.was a popular event held at shrines and temples.

and the violation of their rights as citizens.

While the Powell Street Festival is held only once a year.and I have kept in touch with some members of the group as well as my host student in Japan.

public high school outside of Hawaii.He and Furumoto took turns as chaperones and also served as advisors to the campus Japanese Club.

One of his passions was gardening.Follett was again the group leader.