Lori Tsugawa

Mar 29

Taiko Drums and Traumatic Brain Injury: A Personal Perspective

The world of percussion music is a realm of rhythm, energy, and cultural expression. Taiko drums, originating from Japan, are prominent...

Feb 19

Executive Order 9066: Impact on Japanese and Japanese Americans

Executive Order 9066, signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on February 19, 1942, was a pivotal chapter in American history that...

Oct 23, 2023

The Kikuma Horse Festival: A Spectacular Celebration of Japanese Tradition

Shikoku Island, a place of natural beauty and cultural significance in Japan, is home to a hidden gem: the Kikuma Horse Festival. This...

Aug 9, 2023

Grandparenting: Samurai Style

Being a grandparent is one of life’s biggest joys. I did not fully understand why my friends would be ‘head-over-heels’ when they spoke...