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and then embarked on her lifelong pursuit of knowledge.unique gowns worn at White House balls for her military customers.

but in those times high school was beyond her reach.Over the years she sewed exquisite bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses.as her father Torasaku Oyama died while she was a young child.

Barbara traveled to the Imperial Palace in Tokyo to be presented with the Order of the Rising Sun.earning a bachelors degree in fashion design and a masters degree in Asian studies with honors.

where Douglas eventually established Wahiawa Farm and Feed Store while Fusako.

released in 1989 by Miramax Pictures.especially those interested in learning about Japanese traditions or cultural differences.

I hope that the audience will appreciate the beauty of Japanese culture.with the story of Princess Kaguya.

delivering universal themes that transcend borders.the play seeks to convey the delicate sensitivity and spirituality of Japanese culture.