Director Mizoguchi won the Silver Lion and was nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival in 1954.

She asked the audience to never forget that these brave men paved the way for all future generations of Japanese Americans.Taking part in the wreath ceremony are.

It was certainly a memorable performance.Several Nisei men befriended him as a youth growing up in Gardena.With the audience already in tears.

Asian Persuasion lead singer Marlene Mitsuko Yamane sang the national anthem.to remember and honor our fallen heroes who gave their lives in Americas wars.

Among those offering prayers at the wall of names was Gold Star mother Yoko Nakamura (second from right).

Actress and community advocate Tamlyn Tomita was introduced as the keynote speaker.Koya Partners will conduct an executive search for AADAPs next CEO.

we acknowledge his remarkable career achievements and unparalleled contributions over 32 years.An alumnus of Pepperdine Graziadio School of Business.

He oversaw all aspects of AADAPs operations and furthered the organizations services.Dean NakanishiAADAP is grateful to Nakanishi for his service and commitment to the organization and its mission.