I no longer pursue collecting those items.

and a reception for Okinawan government delegates.The OAA continued its mission during the peak years of the COVID-19 pandemic by organizing several virtual programs.

with the New Years celebration.including monthly senior gatherings to combat social isolation (sponsored by Keiro).2022 also saw the return of in-person activities such as the annual summer picnic and craft fair.

a presentation by an Okinawan Brazilian hajichi (traditional hand tattoo) artist.structure and mission to reflect the changing times.

Direct mailings with more information have been sent to current OAA members.

With Japan slowly reopening for tourism around that time.Sakaye Aratani was a founding member of the Montebello Japanese Womens Club.

and they married in Minneapolis.and supported many Japanese American institutions in Southern California.

While visiting another camp she met her future husband.and compassion were an example to all.