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‘Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration’

“Legacy of JACL” panel participants (from left) Alice Yang, Jonathan van Harmelen, Chizu Omori, Lisa Doi and David Inoue (Photo:…

GarrettJuly 4, 2025

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Cold Fear in the Summer Sun

Graffiti defiles the exterior of the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo in the aftermath of the nearby ICE…

GarrettJune 20, 2025

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In Tribute to Amache

Derek Okubo of Denver stamps the Ireichō book. (Photo: Gil Asakawa) The pilgrimage is made more poignant with the Ireichō…

GarrettJune 20, 2025

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Civil Rights and Movement Music at the 2025 Jerome Rohwer Pilgrimage

Pilgrims in attendance at the 2025 Jerome Rohwer Pilgrimage gather on May 22 at the Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery.…

GarrettJune 6, 2025

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Book Review:  ‘Uninvited Valor: The Forsaken Soldiers of WWII’ By Gerald Yamada

‘Uninvited Valor: The Forsaken Soldiers of WWII” by John C. Kiyonaga is a compelling and informative story about a Japanese…

GarrettJune 6, 2025

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The Manzanar Pilgrimage: ‘Truth, Justice and Democracy’

The 10 American concentration camp banners plus the 442nd Regimental Combat Team banner (Photo: Charles James) The 56th annual event…

GarrettMay 16, 2025

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Sharing the Japanese War Bride Saga / Bride and Prejudice?

Emiko (Fukumoto) and Steven Kasmauski flank their son, Stanley Kasmauski (Photo: Courtesy of the Kasmauski Family) The Smithsonian-backed exhibition puts…

GarrettMay 2, 2025

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Wafu Cooking Everyday Recipes with Japanese Style

A New Cookbook has ways to add a Japanese flair to all your dishes. By Gil Asakawa, P.C. Contributor Cookbook author/teacher/writer…

GarrettApril 18, 2025

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On Its Way to Becoming a Condiment Staple

Bachan’s Justin Gill with his bachan Judy Yokoyama (Photo: Courtesy of Bachan’s) Bachan’s BBQ sauce brings Japanese American flavors to…

GarrettApril 18, 2025

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Is MSG Making a Cultural Comeback?

According to the company’s website, the origins of the Ajinomoto Group lie in this ideal: “Eat Well, Live Well.” With…

GarrettApril 18, 2025