https://www.nichibei.org/2025/01/japanese-americans-stay-strong-amid-violent-socal-fires/
Several Japanese Americans shared their experiences contending with the wildfires in phone interviews with Derek Tahara, Nichi Bei News staff writer in San Fransico.
The Southern California wildfires have devastated homes, businesses, and places of worship, affecting many Japanese Americans. Pasadena resident John Nishio and his family evacuated their home as fires approached, receiving support from the Japanese American community.
Restaurants like Azay in Little Tokyo provided meals for evacuees and first responders, while volunteers like author Naomi Hirahara and Michael Okamura assisted those in need.
Several community institutions suffered damage, including the Pasadena Buddhist Temple and Altadena Community Church. Despite the hardships, the Japanese American community has come together to support one another, demonstrating resilience and solidarity in the face of disaster.
https://www.nichibei.org/2025/01/japanese-americans-stay-strong-amid-violent-socal-fires/
