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Oral History Interview for the Takano Studio Exhibit Miyoko Ike

Black and White Negative Performer Miyoshi Sugimachi, Japanese prima donna. Sugimachi had her first appearance in Seattle in 1925. She sang on Seattle radio stations from 1925 to 1928, and in Italy from 1928 to 1931. In 1931 she was the leading…

A step by step guide to Japanese Paper Cord Weaving

A step by step guide to Japanese Paper Cord Weaving

After owner Bill Mizuki's death, his family decided to close G. Mizuki Nursery and Landscaping in Rainier Valley. Includes a map of where the Nursery was located and a history of the business.

A mob gathered at a store operated by a Chinese man who displayed a flag of the Chinese air force but was mistaken for a flag of Japan.