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Sharing a Taste of Legacy and Success - Rafu Shimpo (opens the original)
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By MIKEY HIRANO CULROSSRAFU STAFF WRITER The Los Angeles chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association hosted an intimate conversation on Aug. 29, featuring three proprietors of pioneering legacy food businesses in Southern California. “Taste and Tell: AAPI Food Pioneers, Journalism and Community” was held at the Miyako Hotel in Little Tokyo, and the dozens of community friends and guests were treated to the stories and insights of Brian Kito of Fugetsu-Do, Kathy Chan Ceppi of Phoenix Ba
Kara Kimiko Chu Crowned 2026 Nisei Week Queen - Rafu Shimpo (opens the original)
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“I’m just really excited to meet everyone, to engage with all aspects of the Japanese American community.” Connection — that is the sentiment that 2026 Nisei Queen Kara Kimiko Chu, 23, wants to foster. The coronation, which took place on Aug. 15 at the Tom Bradley Theatre in Los Angeles (not the usual Aratani Theatre, which is closed for renovations), celebrated this year’s Nisei Week Festival’s theme: “Ichigo Ichie” — one time, one meeting. In other words, a commemoration of moments that happen
Calls for Hope and Peace at Koyasan Atomic Bombing Memorial Service - Rafu Shimpo (opens the original)
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By MIKEY HIRANO CULROSSRafu Staff Writer Although it was 81 years ago, Junji Sarashina still has clear, vivid recollections of people crossing a bridge out of the Hiroshima city center, attempting to flee the hellish aftermath of the atomic bombing. “There were thousands of people walking across the bridge, slowly, quietly. Many of them had no hair, no face, no clothes,” he recalled. Sarashina, now 97, shared his memories of Aug. 6, 1945 during a memorial service held Sunday at Koyasan Beikoku B
When It Comes to Bridges, Vermont Has You Covered - Rafu Shimpo (opens the original)
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By MIKEY HIRANO CULROSSRAFU STAFF WRITER Perhaps behind only maple syrup and one quirky ice cream brand, Vermont may be best known for its covered bridges. With more than 100 – the most per square mile of any U.S. state – these idyllic structures boast unique stories and local history.Over the years, I’ve come across several of the bridges while visiting or driving through Vermont. During a trip to move our kid into school last month, I discovered a cluster of the storied spans quite nearby. If
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