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Scrapbook (ddr-densho-361-1)
img Scrapbook (ddr-densho-361-1)
Written on tape on cover: "This scrapbook is original--1942 Nobuko Omoto (Sakai) Bainbridge Island, WA. Please handle with care."
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-361-1/
Letter from George K. Sakai, 1942 May 4 (ddr-csujad-20-14)
doc Letter from George K. Sakai, 1942 May 4 (ddr-csujad-20-14)
Letter from George Sakai to United Methodist Church regarding address information for a mutual friend. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: WLM_01-46_13
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-csujad-20-14/
Letter to Frances (Itabashi) Nishimura from Mary Sakai (ddr-densho-493-24)
doc Letter to Frances (Itabashi) Nishimura from Mary Sakai (ddr-densho-493-24)
Letter from Mary Sakai thanking Frances for her modeling and the use of her clothing in a fashion show at Tule Lake. "Dear Frances, Your splendid cooperation in our successful fashion parade was very deeply appreciated by me and my fellow committee members. Thank you kindly for lending us your lovely collections, and I hope everything …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-493-24/
Bronze Star Medal award to William J. Sakai (ddr-csujad-55-2459)
doc Bronze Star Medal award to William J. Sakai (ddr-csujad-55-2459)
Certificate for the Bronze Star Medal, awarded to William J. Sakai for "meritorious achievement in ground operations against the enemy." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: sac_jaac_2565
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-csujad-55-2459/
Lorraine Hirano and Dale Sakai on the dock (ddr-densho-336-869)
img Lorraine Hirano and Dale Sakai on the dock (ddr-densho-336-869)
The 1976 Lake Sequoia Retreat summer camp.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-336-869/
Robert Hanashiro and Carrie Sakai in a boat (ddr-densho-336-575)
img Robert Hanashiro and Carrie Sakai in a boat (ddr-densho-336-575)
The 1972 Lake Sequoia Retreat summer camp.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-336-575/
Lorraine Hirano and Dale Sakai on the dock (ddr-densho-336-862)
img Lorraine Hirano and Dale Sakai on the dock (ddr-densho-336-862)
The 1976 Lake Sequoia Retreat summer camp.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-336-862/
Visit to New York (ddr-one-2-705)
img Visit to New York (ddr-one-2-705)
Black and white photographic print of Mr. Jorgensen standing with (from left) Mrs. Jorgensen and Shiuko Sakai seated on lounge chair
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-705/
Shinjuku Gardens (ddr-one-2-154)
img Shinjuku Gardens (ddr-one-2-154)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai, an unidentified woman and an unidentified child on lawn at the Shinjuku Gardens.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-154/
Kabuki Theater (ddr-one-2-236)
img Kabuki Theater (ddr-one-2-236)
Black and white photographic print of a Kabuki Theater façade and entrance in Tokyo where Shiuko Sakai, the donor, attended performances.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-236/
Visit to San Francisco (ddr-one-2-695)
img Visit to San Francisco (ddr-one-2-695)
Black and white photographic print of (from left) Shiuko Sakai and Heidi Okihara standing on the end platform of cable car.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-695/
Two young girls holding hands (ddr-densho-430-160)
img Two young girls holding hands (ddr-densho-430-160)
Written on back "April 1947 at Sakai's"
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-430-160/
Ueno Park (ddr-one-2-259)
img Ueno Park (ddr-one-2-259)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai seated on rail at Ueno Park. Inscribed on back: "UENO PARK/OCT. 49/ME"
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-259/
Visiting Nara (ddr-one-2-445)
img Visiting Nara (ddr-one-2-445)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai seated on a stone at a temple in Nara. Inscribed on the back: "Nara."
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-445/
Visit to Miyajima Island (ddr-one-2-609)
img Visit to Miyajima Island (ddr-one-2-609)
Black and white photographic print of Kawaguchi home garden with (from left) Shiuko Sakai in floral print dress and an unidentified man.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-609/
Wedding Reception of Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi (ddr-one-2-53)
img Wedding Reception of Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi (ddr-one-2-53)
Black and white photographic print of wedding reception for Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi at the American Club in Tokyo, Japan. From left: Olinda Saito’s mother, Olinda Saito (bride), Shiuko Sakai, Capt. Waddington and Capt. Humphries. Shiuko Sakai, the donor, organized this wedding party for Olinda Saito, with whom she worked at the U.S. army …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-53/
Wedding Reception of Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi (ddr-one-2-54)
img Wedding Reception of Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi (ddr-one-2-54)
Black and white photographic print of wedding reception for Olinda Saito and Sgt. Raymond Funakoshi at the American Club in Tokyo, Japan. From left: Mrs. Sakamoto, unidentified, Olinda Saito (bride), Capt. Sakamoto, Shiuko Sakai, Maj. Brown. Shiuko Sakai, the donor, organized this wedding party for Olinda Saito, with whom she worked at the U.S. army language …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-54/
Sailing on
img Sailing on "Tartan" (ddr-one-2-63)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai seated on boat, wearing cap, and with unidentified person’s legs in foreground. While Lt. Col. Glenn was attending the U.S. army language school, Lt. Hughes invited Shiuko Sakai, Tami Okamura and Olinda Saito for outing on Lt. Col. Glenn’s boat, “Tartan.” Inscribed on back: "12 JUNE 49/ABURA-TSUBO/GUESS WHO!"
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-63/
Catching Octopus on the
img Catching Octopus on the "Tartan" (ddr-one-2-65)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai standing on boat and holding an octopus with a stick. While Lt. Col. Glenn was attending the U.S. army language school, Lt. Hughes invited Shiuko Sakai, Tami Okamura and Olinda Saito for outing on Lt. Col. Glenn’s boat, “Tartan.” Inscribed on back: "ABURA-TSUBO 12 JUNE 49/S. & THE …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-65/
Two women in kimonos (ddr-densho-363-4)
img Two women in kimonos (ddr-densho-363-4)
Yeko Sakai (left) and Kimi Kuwahara (right) pose in kimonos. The caption on the bottom of the photograph reads "Yoko Sakai + me". The caption on the back of the photograph reads "1937 Napoto Hana-Matsui".\n\nYeko and Kimi are dressed to celebrate hanamatsui or Buddha's birthday. Napoto may refer to the Napoto Park in Nakagawa, Japan.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-363-4/
Streets of Tokyo (ddr-one-2-559)
img Streets of Tokyo (ddr-one-2-559)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai holding Chic’s baby in a neighborhood outside Tokyo. Inscribed on the back: "APRIL 6, 1947."
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-559/
Yasukuni Shrine (ddr-one-2-254)
img Yasukuni Shrine (ddr-one-2-254)
Black and white photographic print of Shiuko Sakai in a black skirt standing outside at Yasukuni Shrine grounds in front of cherry trees.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-254/
On the Roof of the NYK Building (ddr-one-2-321)
img On the Roof of the NYK Building (ddr-one-2-321)
Black and white photographic print of (from left) Shiuko Sakai and Sgt. Wray standing in front of lantern on roof of NYK building.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-321/
Visit to Kyushu (ddr-one-2-198)
img Visit to Kyushu (ddr-one-2-198)
Black and white photographic print of (from left) Reiko Taguchi and Shiuko Sakai standing outside with trees in background at onzen (hot spring).
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-one-2-198/
Miyoko Sakai Nagai Interview Segment 20 (ddr-manz-1-120-20)
vh Miyoko Sakai Nagai Interview Segment 20 (ddr-manz-1-120-20)
Returning to Manzanar camp site
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-manz-1-120-20/
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