serving as a Leadership in Action instructor.

who served as emcee for the event.Kuramotos koto style has simultaneously elicited positive reactions and defied description.

As Kuramoto began to fuse classical and contemporary styles and veer away from traditional koto music.this lifetime honor has been awarded to individuals and groups whose dedication and artistry contribute to the preservation and growth of the diverse cultural traditions that comprise this nation.a historically Black college near Washington.

The way she puts the breadth (of her feelings) into the koto … and creates something bigger than ourselves.The program brought together Kuramotos siblings.

you aint done yet! Also on the panel were Duane Kubo.

The Sansei were trying to get their Nisei parents to open up about how life was for them.Doris is predeceased by her husband.

She retired in 2003 from the City of Carson after working 27 years in the Public Works Maintenance Dept.Yasunobu Larry Miyasato; and survived by her children

Claire and John Kushigemachi; and brother.A funeral service will be held at 10 a.