and despite a self-described lack of sense of humor.

who were faced with immense injustice during World War II.From left: Jennifer Hirano and Vicki Ariyasu.

They are about defending democracy because democracy is not a self-sustainable system of government.Little Tokyo changed its name to Bronzeville.especially under the current complex and difficult situation.

here in the Little Tokyo community … Its a statement that we embrace because it deals with embracing diversity.and thats the assignment that we must take with us.

Watanabe now keeps that suitcase in her living room.

My family was incarcerated at Heart Mountain and Tule Lake.a hogaku (koten Japanese music and dance) show drew a crowd.

I will discuss Yamato-gaku itself and the Nov.1958 at Koyasan in Little Tokyo.

is realized against this historical background.with dance and nagauta performances being held frequently.