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about us​

LTHS was formed in 2006 by members of the Little Tokyo community to commemorate the Japanese American (Nikkei) and Japanese history and heritage through various means such as:  archival collections, photos, exhibits, lectures, and workshops.  Although other organizations documenting Japanese American history exist, LTHS narrows its focus by concentrating on the history of Little Tokyo in Los Angeles, rather than the larger scope of Japanese Americans nationwide. LTHS operates as an all-volunteer organization, comprised of members who have a keen interest in historical Little Tokyo and from the Little Tokyo community including nonprofit employees, business owners, and residents.  LTHS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

OUR MISSION
The Little Tokyo Historical Society (LTHS) focuses on researching and discovering the historical resources, stories, and connections of sites, buildings, and events related to Little Tokyo as an ethnic heritage neighborhood.  LTHS is committed to documenting and verifying history of locales, sites, and buildings, as well as preserving and sharing the history and personal stories of Little Tokyo and its residents.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS  2019-2020
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Michael Okamura, President
Miya Iwataki, Vice President 
Emiko Mita, Treasurer
Cindy Abrams, Secretary
Jeffrey Chin
​Jeff Chop
Carole Fujita
Kristen Hayashi
Yukio Kawaratani
​Alan Miyatake
Patty Ito Nagano
​Steve Nagano
George Nakano
Jonathan Tanaka
​Bill Watanabe
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    • News & Events
  • About
  • blog
  • Projects
    • Naming Project
    • Historic Designation & Preservation
    • Film Project
    • Short Story Contest >
      • Short Story Contest 2019 Guideline
      • Past Winners
    • Digital Archive
    • History Seminars & Events
    • Little Tokyo Clayworks
  • Publications
  • Donate
  • Support
  • Contact