We are lucky to get front page coverage by The Rafu Shimpo, a Japanese-English language newspaper based in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, California. The paper began in 1903 as a one-page, mimeographed Japanese-language newspaper and is now one of the oldest ethnic newspapers in the country.
In the article here, you will learn more about our family history over the past 123 years since my grandfather arrived in California. We hope you enjoy the information!