at the Fountain Valley location in 2021.

watching the lively Nisei Week Parade.These six businesses alone have a combined history of over 300 years.

Looking at the pictures of First Street and then looking right out the window to the exact same spot gave us such a direct comparison of then and now.that corner is home to Chase Bank.The simplest way people can help out small businesses in Little Tokyo right now is to pay a visit! says Maki.

I learned that these storefronts have been replaced several times over the decades.I gained a huge new appreciation for the resilience of our legacy businesses.

who have served our community for generations.

I was so excited to celebrate the Toyo Miyatake Studios 100th-year anniversary by planning and hosting a photo gallery exhibition.Wouldnt your dignity diminish?What about the basics of life.

patients can receive care at home after hospitalization and age in place instead of being institutionalized.Much of the cost can be mitigated by community volunteers and organizations willing to provide time and creative efforts to maintain quality of life for those who are aging.

Rarely have I seen a barber shop or beauty salon.where society has decided to relegate their seniors?Unfortunately.