Her published work includes childrens books about her familys incarceration experience.

When the neighboring Kyodo Drug Store closed.Mitsuru Grill remains a well-trodden intersection of the community from near and far.

Since the 90s and up to almost 2020.it was the only breakfast place in Little Tokyo.The drugstore closed and Mamoru took over that half and expanded the restaurant.

— Kathy MasaokaMitsuru Grill was a place where community organizations felt very comfortable having their meetings and other get-togethers there.he sourced supplies from local grocers.

He believes that Little Tokyo might not be the most accurate name in terms of describing the neighborhood.

kept the volunteers always returning to Mitsuru Grill.developments that affect the Little Tokyo community need to reflect the goals of the Sustainable Little Tokyo Community Vision.

Little Tokyos housing market is unlikely to respond as predicted.The Cold Storage Project is a luxury development that will serve as a high-priced island for those who can afford to live and shop there.

With the increased costs of materials due to tariffs and a looming recession keeping patrons at home.yet they have again and again refused to come to the table.