Discover the journey of the Kawamoto family, from their berry farm to their forced displacement during WWII, told through the lens of Fukuyo Chiba’s cherished hanafuda cards.
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Expanding Access to History: Mitsubishi Canada Ltd. Signs MOU to Strengthen TAIKEN Field Trips Program
New partnership expands TAIKEN Field Trips, enhancing Japanese Canadian history education at the Nikkei National Museum.
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Remembering Tetsuo (Ted) Itani: A Lasting Legacy
We wish to honour the memory of Tetsuo (Ted) Itani, a respected member of our community. A beautiful tribute has been created by the Nikkei Place Foundation, highlighting Ted’s contributions […]
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Acquisition of Yasushi Yamazaki’s 1913 Trophy
Yasushi Yamazaki’s trophy, awarded to him by the Canadian Japanese Association in 1913, is now safely in the hands of the museum after being listed for public auction over the holiday season.
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Construction Notice: Roof and HVAC Upgrades at Nikkei Centre
We have commenced our roof and HVAC replacement project. This project is expected to run through the end of July 2025, with work occurring Mondays through Fridays between 6:30 AM and 4:00 PM.
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Preserving History: The Uyeda Family Digitization Project
Spanning from the 1930s to the 2010s, the Uyeda Family of Nakusp Collection captures the experiences of Yonezo and Yukiye Uyeda and their four children, Masayuki, Teruko, Atsushi, and Michiyo, who were born and raised in New Westminster in the 1920s and 1930s. The family lived in New Westminster until the onset of the Second World War when they were forcibly relocated first to Kaslo, then to New Denver, and finally settled in Nakusp after the war, having been prevented from returning to New Westminster.
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Artists’ Conversations from Umami: Savouring Artistic Nikkei Identity
On February 13, 2025, attendees enjoyed a thought-provoking conversation between three of the exhibiting artists and Curator Sherri Shinobu Kajiwara. Here are some highlights from their discussion.
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Donations Gratefully Accepted
NNMCC Auxiliary welcomes donations of items that can be sold at our fundraising events.
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Celebrating the Japanese New Year
Many local Nikkei groups come together to share the beauty of Japanese New Year traditions.
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A Sweet Taste of Tradition: Nikkei Mochitsuki Brings Community Together
We are thrilled with the positive response from the community and believe that the Nikkei Mochitsuki event successfully fostered a sense of cultural pride and belonging.
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