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[Unkotare]

On May 7, 1843, the first Japanese immigrant to the US arrived (story to follow). For this reason, May was chosen to be Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. And so it is.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ‑ Dates, Quotes | HISTORY

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Heritage Month) is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the...

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First Japanese immigrant arrives in the U.S. | May 7, 1843 | HISTORY

Called the U.S.’s first ambassador to Japan, a 14‑year‑old fisherman by the name of Manjiro is considered America’s first Japanese immigrant, arriving in the country on May 7, 1843, by way of a whaling ship. According to the National Endowment of the Humanities, the boy and his crew were caught...

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[mudwhistle]

On May 7, 1843, the first Japanese immigrant to the US arrived (story to follow). For this reason, May was chosen to be Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. And so it is.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ‑ Dates, Quotes | HISTORY

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI Heritage Month) is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the...

www.history.com

First Japanese immigrant arrives in the U.S. | May 7, 1843 | HISTORY

Called the U.S.’s first ambassador to Japan, a 14‑year‑old fisherman by the name of Manjiro is considered America’s first Japanese immigrant, arriving in the country on May 7, 1843, by way of a whaling ship. According to the National Endowment of the Humanities, the boy and his crew were caught...

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おめでとうございます (omedetō gozaimasu)

 

[Unkotare]

おめでとうございます (omedetō gozaimasu)

He died something like 126 years ago, but I'm sure the sentiment would be appreciated.

 

[Grumblenuts]

Our new grandson is one quarter Filipino. Happy Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!