Panelists include Oscar-winning filmmaker Chris Tashima.

Kosuge Wines; Jessica Mozeico.The following panels had various winemakers and owners speaking about their journeys into the business.

Afterwards the participants were eager to sample the wines.Lange Twins Winery; Jason Mikami.whose winery is located in Oregons Willamette Valley.

a celebration of the remarkable legacy of Japanese Americans in the wine industry.our group is now over 35 unofficial members and growing! Minami said.

Mikami Vineyards; Akiko Freeman.

It started with a history of a samurai.I was 19 years old and it can make such an impactful meaningful impact on your life.

From left: Lori Takatani Hara (1996).Shin Cordiero is responsible for keeping Nisei Week going in the right direction and staying true to its foundation while also looking towards the future and sustainability.

Her year was notable because she got to meet the Emperor of Japan in June 1997 and among the community leaders she recalled from her time on the court were people such as Alan Miyatake.Its Shin Cordeiros turn to guide and lead the festival.