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The Power of Irei

Ireichō, Kintsugi, and the Transformation of Karma: A Conversation with Project Founder Duncan Ryuken Williams

To craft into a sacred book listing the names of 125,284 people of Japanese ancestry incarcerated at 75 World War II detention sites, it took inspired …

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My Name is Neal

Journal Entry #4 Definitive Signs: "Ya Better Watch Out..."

A weekly visual journal/cartoon about an easily-annoyed fourth generation American of Japanese descent. This week, “‘Tis the Season!” Check back every weekend for subsequent entries.

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The Woes of Voting in Camp in 1942

In every election, the question of voter turnout poses a serious challenge. On innumerable occasions, the problem has been aggravated due to legislators’ attempts to …

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Inspire Forward: Nikkei Heroes Under 30

From Chibi-K to Chicago: Code Switching and Curatorial Practice with Nolan Jimbo

While his life and work can be traced from Los Angeles to Paris then on to contemporary art museums and art galleries, the one consistent …

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History of Seattle Nikkei Immigrants from The North American Times

Chapter 10 (Part 3) History of The North American Times: Voices of a Female Employee and the 5000th Anniversary Issue

Previously, I introduced the contributors to the North American Times and its employees. This part shares articles by its female employee, the 5000th anniversary issue, …

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Roger Arakaki, Chef and Teacher

“How does ceviche sushi sound? Amazing, right? An innovative (and delicious) presentation of ingredients from our national cuisine, finely chopped and masterfully combined.” These days, …

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An Interview with Katie Yamasaki on Her New Book Shapes, Lines, and Light — Part 2

Read part 1 >> TW: Did your family help you in doing research about your grandfather? If so, what was it like to hear your …

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An Interview with Katie Yamasaki on Her New Book Shapes, Lines, and Light — Part 1

Within our families we have stories that we wish to tell the world to encourage others, share the journey of beloved family members, and more. …

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My Name is Neal

Journal Entry #6 Little Truths: " Pithy Observations..."

A weekly visual journal/cartoon about an easily-annoyed fourth generation American of Japanese descent. This week, “More t-shirts I’d like to see...” Check back every weekend …

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El día que se inauguró el parque “japonés” en la Ciudad de México sin Japoneses

El ministro responsable de la Legación de Japón en México, Miura Yoshiaki, seguramente leía en los periódicos sobre la próxima inauguración del parque japonés en …