ikebana (flower arrang-ing) classes.

Established in 1965 under Marukai Corporation.Marukai Corporation President Koichi Toyo (center) receives a proclamation from Irvine City Councilmember Melinda Liu and Vice Mayor James Mai

Marukai Corporation President Koichi Toyo (center) receives a proclamation from Irvine City Councilmember Melinda Liu and Vice Mayor James Mai.Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko performed at the grand openingfurther elevating interest in Japanese culture.

Kosei MurotaTo residents of Southern California and Arizona:My name is Kosei Murota.and will work toward further development and the enhanced presence of this community.

I will devote myself to further strengthening Japan-U.

and I have recently assumed the position of consul general of Japan in Los Angeles.who provided mentorship and guidance to me as a young professional.

I was proud to be part of a department that has grown and flourished over the years.Alan Nishio encouraged me to join the board of LTSC (Little Tokyo Service Center).

Whites freedom train of diverse young psychologists.The campus community was diverse and a welcome place to call home.