Over the MLK Jr. Day weekend, I watched Cary Fukunaga’s 2009 film, “Sin Nombre”, meaning “Without a Name”. The film is unique in that it depicts the current perilous and epic journey immigrants from South America and Mexico take to reach the U.S. In this case, a Honduran teen travels with her father and male [...]
Regardless of the many opinions of war, most citizens would still admit that the presence of an armed force is a necessary component of society. However, the military should not be thought of as a single entity. It is composed of individuals, of workers, of students, of fathers, mothers, and the youth. It is composed [...]
A new study has found that entrepreneurs in the U.S. are typically well-educated, come from middle-class or upper lower-class backgrounds and are significantly more likely to be married and have children when they launch their first businesses. They also are better educated overall than their parents and performed well in high school and college, according [...]
Even on a Sunday night, Tengu Sushi is packed. Diners select their fill of rolls, salmon, eel and tuna as plates wind around counters and tables. Add a little soy sauce and wasabi, along with ginger, and a taste of Japanese culture awaits. The restaurant opened in late November 2009 at Thornton Place just south [...]
Milk, cheese, and fast food. Though not considered traditional fare, research shows the adoption of Western dietary practices varies with the country of origin and higher acculturation levels of communities can lead to higher consumptions of Western foods and total amounts of fats consumed. A study of Chinese Americans and Chinese Canadians from the Journal [...]
Incorporating the traditions and culture of their heritage into their parenting style is part of the package when Asian American and biracial couples start their families. Adding additional layers to an already busy lifestyle, these parents must find a balance between the times we live in and the culture of their ancestors. Trying to get [...]
“To dare is to lose one’s footing momentarily. Not to dare is to lose oneself.” -Soren Kierkegaard/Danish Philosopher The challenge of life is in the hard work of discovering ourselves. The question, “Who am I?” usually crops up after someone encounters a major crisis such as a job loss, divorce, or death of a loved [...]
“This is a man’s world,” are the opening lyrics to James Brown’s 1966 Billboard hit, “It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World.” Perhaps relevant three decades ago, but according to the latest issue of The Economist, “women will cross the 50 percent threshold and become the majority of the American workforce within the next few months.” [...]
A highly anticipated event for mixed-race people takes place this year. Although it may seem officious and routine for most, the upcoming U.S. Census is actually an exciting undertaking for those considering themselves multiethnic. That’s because for only the second time in history, there will be an opportunity to select more than one race on [...]
“What is China’s alternative if it seeks a divorce from America? Call it the empire option…It’s not impossible that, at some point within the next five to 10 years, the Chinese will feel ready to remove their capital controls and allow their own currency, the renminbi, to develop as a freely convertible international currency. At [...]
The word Yonsei means fourth-generation Japanese American and Gosei, fifth. Together they form YoGos, a group of Seattleites intent on keeping alive the community, culture and history of Japanese Americans. On February 6, YoGos will offer two free documentary film screenings to the public. Titled “Inspiring Community Through Film: A Night with Tadashi Nakamura, Asian [...]
A group of seven cryptic abstract sculptures make up “To be like that which you have,” the latest collaboration by artists Jason Hirata and Sol Hashemi, currently on view at Greg Kucera Gallery. Pieces of lumber, some raw, some painted white, are balanced at odd angles, held together under tension by bungee cords, rubber tie-downs [...]
Seattle has another opportunity to experience a Japanese performance. Following the October 19, 2009 performance of Kabuki at Benaroya Hall, Seattlites can soon experience “TAO: The Martial Art of Drumming.” Director Ikuo Fujitaka brings his drumming performance company to Seattle as part of its first lengthy U.S. tour, and looks forward to pleasing Seattle audiences. [...]
