We hope that by bringing attention to displacement and gentrification occurring in the neighborhood.

with the same goal of delighting the crowds in Little Tokyo.emphasized Nisei Week Choreographer Hanayagi Rokufukumi.

JUN NAGATA/Rafu ShimpoDancers of Hanayagi Rokufukumi-kai perform at the Nisei Week Opening Ceremony on July 14 at JANM.Hanayagi Rokufukumi was taught by the late Hanayagi Rokumiye and earned her shihan (teaching certificate) and senmombu (specialty instructor) degree from Grand Master Hanayagi Jusuke Ill.She embodies the spirit of what Nisei Week is all about.

I wanted to basically teach everybody that this is you.but most importantly we celebrate community.

She said she is hopeful that subsequent generations will continue to the traditions.

So I pulled a muscle back here.He went up a day early and had a wonderful time exploring the city of Mammoth with two other scouts.

and in gratitude to the OCBC Sports program.Ryden has accomplished these achievements and awards: Keith Higa Memorial Award.

graduated from Santiago High School in Corona in May 2024.have several letters of recommendation.