Stories from the Stage 10: June Fukumura

Kunji speaks with interdisciplinary artist June Fukumura about growing up with Western culture's stereotypes about Japaneseness, the artistic practice of clown, and her alter ego, Sumiko.

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Explore the fascinating world of Japanese Canadian history and culture with Sounds Japanese Canadian to Me. A three part podcast series, Marpole Monogatari, explores the Marpole neighbourhood in Vancouver through home, work, and community. Our first series is hosted by Raymond Nakamura and Nikkei National Museum staff members features casual discussions on Japanese Canadian topics. Our second series, Stories from the Stage, features interviews between Kunji Mark Ikeda and some of the most exciting Japanese Canadian performing artists living through the age of social distancing.

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