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By ELLEN ENDORAFU SHIMPOThe Grateful Crane Ensemble chose Japans Tohoku region as the site of their most recent goodwill tour.Despite the Tohoku Triple Disaster.

said Grateful Crane Executive Director Soji Kashiwagi.the nonprofit Grateful Crane conveyed their organizations mission: To pay tribute to the unique hardships and inspiring contributions of Japanese Americans … and continue the traditions of our Japanese ancestry.performing in both Japanese and English before an audience of children and adults with a shared love of music and friendship.

including the three hardest-hit prefectures — Fukushima.Grateful Crane Ensemble executive producer.

and we have not forgotten you.

and event chair Nancy Takayama.The story begins with an old bamboo cutter discovering a radiant bamboo stalk containing a beautiful young girl.

the unique scents of tatami and wood from the traditional Japanese room will enhance the immersive experience.the Japanese autumn tradition of Moon-viewing.

The story delves into the importance of identity and decision-making.17 at the Shoseian Tea House in Glendale.