Summer 2016 Volume 40 | Issue 3
Adventures in the Land of Souls 33 Nikkei Horizons adventurers witnessed unique worlds, both old and new, in the Land of Souls — Southern Japan (Hiroshima, Kyushu, Shikoku, and Shodo Island, Kobe). The group visited popular sites like Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the Great Torii at Miyajima Island, and Himeji Castle. They also took the road less traveled,
Anna Tahara, Elaine Tanaka, Carol Fujioka, Mas Tahara, Rie Taki, and Jeffrey Fujioka at Himeji Castle Park
exploring Yufuin, Yawatahama, and Uwajima, where local public officials treated them like VIPs, viewing traditional performances, shopping in the local markets, and dining on a variety of tempting cuisine. Priceless memories will remain with them forever of Mt. Aso on Kyushu, bull fights and pearl hunting in Uwajima, cherry blossoms in Takamatsu and Kobe, and watching the soy sauce brewing process on Shodo-shima Island. The adventurers made friends everywhere they went and celebrated three birthdays during the trip. After 12 days and 10 nights, their souls renewed, their Malcolm Kanemoto takes a moment with this peaceful Buddha statue in Kobe Chinatown.
hearts filled with laughter and whimsy, and their cameras held precious images to show their loved ones at home. Due to popular demand, Nikkei Horizons will return to the Land of Souls this Fall. Sign up today! Please contact Rie Taki, Nikkei Horizons Associate (nhinfo@keironw.org or 206.726.6469). Continue on page 5
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Martin Oiye, Susan Nakagawa, Jeff and Carol Fujioka show off their big rice cracker at Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street Market in Miyajima. Photos thanks to James Nakamoto, Janice Deguchi, and Rie Taki
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Keiro donors truly giveBIG
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More than a magic wand
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Chef’s Corner
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Employee insights Silverio “Io” Godinez, Nikkei Manor Cook
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