Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu Delivers Welcome Remarks at Guam Nikkei Association’s Panel on A Borrowed Land

Guam Nikkei Association Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu delivered the welcome remarks during the Guam Nikkei Association's panel discussion on A Borrowed Land, a groundbreaking publication by Peter R. Onedera that documents the experiences of Japanese Issei and Nisei in Guam during World War II. Held on March 29, 2025 at the Central Community Arts Center in Sinajana, the event was a collaboration with NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation as part of its coverage of the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII.

GNA Meeting - April 15

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:

Date: April 15, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Venue:  Tamuning Senior Citizen Center

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GNA Hosts Panel on A Borrowed Land - March 29, 2025

Guam Nikkei Association Hosts Panel on A Borrowed Land

The Guam Nikkei Association successfully hosted a panel discussion on A Borrowed Land, a groundbreaking publication by Peter R. Onedera that documents the experiences of Japanese Issei and Nissei in Guam during World War II. Held on March 29, 2025, at the Central Community Arts Center in Sinajana, the event was a collaboration with NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation as part of their coverage of the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end.

Moderated by Guam Nikkei Association President David Okada and facilitated by the author, the panel featured prominent community members.  Guam Nikkei Association Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu delivered the welcome remarks, and Deputy Consul General Yoshiko Kobayashi attended as an observer.

NHK conducted interviews with Onedera and members of the Japanese/CHamoru community to document their stories, culminating in a five-minute segment to be aired on NHK’s English and Japanese language channels in commemoration of this historic milestone.

MEDIA RELEASE - Guam Nikkei Association Hosts Panel Discussion on "A Borrowed Land" a Publication which Highlights the Japanese/CHamoru WWII Experiences in Guam - March 29

MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Guam Nikkei Association Hosts Panel Discussion on "A Borrowed Land" a Publication which Highlights the Japanese/CHamoru WWII Experiences in Guam   (Hagåtña, Guam) — The Guam Nikkei Association invites the public to a special panel discussion on the recently published book "A Borrowed Land" by Peter R. Onedera, which documents the experiences of Japanese Issei and Nissei during World War II in Guam. This event is held in partnership with NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation (NHK), Japan’s internationally acclaimed broadcast network, as part of their coverage for the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII. NHK will be conducting interviews with Mr. Onedera and members of Guam’s Japanese/CHamoru community to capture their stories.   "A Borrowed Land" is the first book of its kind to chronicle the unique WWII experiences of the Japanese CHamoru on Guam, compiled from years of interviews and research.   Event Details: Date:   Saturday, March 29 Time:   4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Place:  Central Community Arts Center, Sinajana   The panel will be moderated by Guam Nikkei Association President David Okada and facilitated by Peter Onedera. Guam Nikkei Association Board Chairman Frank S.N. Shimizu will deliver the welcome remarks. Deputy Consul General Yoshiko KOBAYASHI from the Japanese Consulate will be an Observer.          Featured panelists include: Former Senator Frank Ishizaki Former Senator and Speaker Tommy Tanaka Julia Caguioa Monica Okada Guzman Pauline Okada Eli Noda Mesa Jesse Fujikawa   NHK will be finalizing a 5-minute piece to be aired on their English and Japanese language channels in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. For more information, please contact: David S. Okada, (671)688-6627

 

Guam Nikkei Association Presents $1,000 Sponsorship to Japan Club of Guam for Festival

Check presentation to Japan Club of Guam for the festival - $1,000 GNA sponsorship support.

Ambros Tour with Japan CG & DCG: Exploring GNA Legacy and Regional Impact

Great tour of Ambros with the Japan CG. DCG, and Joe Tenorio.

GNA Chairman Frank did a wonderful overview of GNA and family history. Frank Jr. did a great overview of Ambros and satellite locations in the region.