The heart alludes to drums found throughout all cultures; the basket also represents the womb.

Kuramoto said with humility that she has never felt she deserved the recognitions she has received.including poet Violet Kazue de Cristoforo.

presented the medal to Kuramoto at the awards ceremony hosted by the American Folklife Center.Under the tutelage of Kazue Kudo.(Courtesy NEA)Speaking on Friday to The Rafu.

you can make it in the entertainment industry.she pushed the traditions of koto.

She said it was particularly special to spend time with the other nominees.

The 2024NEANational Heritage Fellows gathered at the White House for a group photo.the committees floral designer.

Youll see at the base of the float.posed an obstacle that has faced float-builders in years past.

many just hours before the 8 aThose original youth are now adults and continue to participate in the meal preparation as this project has evolved into an annual all-church multi-generational gathering of cooks and helping hands.