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TITLE Osato-son group celebrating Japanese emperor's birthday DESCRIPTION Osato-son group celebrating Japanese emperor's birthday Original caption: "Osato-son group celebrating Tenchosetsu (the Japanese emperor's birthday). The American and Japanese flags reflect the dual national loyalties felt by the group. The celebration of Tenchosetsu by Okinawans reflected their identification as Japanese." UCHINANCHU: A History of Okinawans in Hawaii CONTEXT Like most immigrants, the Issei retained a respect for their homeland and its traditions. Shown here is the emperor's birthday celebration in Waipahu, Hawaii, 1921. CREDIT Oshige Taira UCHINANCHU: A History of Okinawans in Hawaii DATE 1921 |
