A national initiative of the Smithsonian.

She also worked with the Japan Business Association’s Orange County Committee to honor the Japanese pioneers at the Anaheim Cemetery by placing flowers on their graves as well as introducing Orange Countys Japanese American history in an introductory YouTube video for the JBA in 2022.Opening of Community Voices: Japanese American Experiences at Crystal Cove (1927-1942).

the Yakima Valley Museum in Yakima.this is only a fraction of her resume of what she has done for 50 years but I know she will continue to do great things to honor our Orange County Japanese pioneers and to ensure our Japanese American legacy will not be forgotten by future generations to come.Patti Hirahara was Miss Suburban Optimist OC Nisei Queen in 1974.

while still attending college.(Photo courtesy of California State Parks)By NORI UYEMATSUPatti Hirahara has been a preservationist of Japanese American history as well as a communications facilitator between the U.

and to learn more about her Japanese heritage.

the FDR Presidential Library and Museum.They share a passion for and a commitment to Keiros mission.

We are excited to have Jack Kurihara continue our legacy of strong.Keiro announced its enhanced focus on caregivers through the caregiver initiative.

to meet the evolving needs of our aging community.Keiro recently welcomed new board member Ron Takasugi this summer.