and the Boston Symphony Orchestra was privileged to have had such a long and productive relationship with him as music director.

Alan now spoke openly about his fathers alcohol addiction so as not to pass this legacy of silence on to his grandchildren.sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

after battling cancer for more than 17 years.Nishio was involved in various efforts to promote deeper understanding of the Japanese immigrant experience in America.so many … May he rest in peace.

going from Dockweiler Beach to Manhattan Beach.Nishio helped celebrate the book launch for NCRR: The Grassroots Struggle for Japanese American Redress and Reparations” in 2018.

teaching seminars in Asian American studies and advising the Asian American Student Association at CSU Long Beach.

and about 100 of his friends held the inaugural Cycle for Alan event in his honor last Apriland Ill also miss his warm presence.

Alan made sure that decisions were made based on consensus.fighting for justice and giving back to the community.

The sparkle in his eyes reflected his genuine love of communityand the work that he dedicated his life to.and develop group consensus – when it seemed near impossible.