including friends and family of the 28 finalists.

Presented by the Nichi Bei Foundation in partnership with the California Genealogical Society and American River Conservancy.which was established 154 years ago.

This years pilgrimage is a rare opportunity to learn about the storied history of this colony led by John Schnell and former samurai from Aizu-Wakamatsu.$65 for Nichi Bei Foundation members.? Bon Odori dancing to honor ancestors and pioneers.

Each package includes admission onto the charter bus there and back.? Wakamatsu Tea and Silk Farm Colony tours and exhibits.

? Free family history consultations with California Genealogical Society volunteers.

bus packages are being offered for four Northern California locations.Not just at the vision level but working at ground level.

the presence of foreign students from India and other countries.and Japans role in the semiconductor supply chain to support the two giant chip fabs coming up in Phoenix.

Sone stated that Japan is working to maintain a stable relationship with China.He is joined by (from left) moderator Gunjan Bagla.