Masao Akiyama oral history interview, part 1 of 6, September 17, 2005

Akiyama talks about growing up in the Pacific Northwest and moving as a child to eastern Oregon, Portland, and Seattle. He then talks about his father and his employment as a cook; discusses his favorite dishes his father cooked; and talks about attending school. Next, Akiyama talks about recreational activities as a child such as going to the movies, playing marbles, and playing with his friends. Lastly, Akiyama talks about his mother and her occupation as a dance and shamisen teacher; attending Japanese language school; learning about Japanese culture and food; and values he learned from his parents.

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2005OH0598_01_Akiyama

http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/598-Akiyama-Masao-1.m4v

1922 Nov 24

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