Ikebana and hula dancers: Yokota students celebrate Asian, Pacific islander heritage
Ikebana and hula dancers: Yokota students celebrate Asian, Pacific islander heritage
YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan — Food and culture from Asia and the Pacific Islands was on display this week at the home of U.S. Forces Japan in western Tokyo.
Yokota’s military community and guests packed a high school gymnasium Monday to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month.
“I have a passion about this because of the kids,” said event coordinator Lily Bagtas, who works as a nurse at Yokota’s middle and high schools. “I like to share the culture. It’s a day to educate, engage and empower the kids.”
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