Joseph Kurata oral history interview, part 1 of 2, March 19, 2010

Kurata discusses his whereabouts during Japan's surrender; his father's immigration to the United States and employment at a sugar cane plantation; and discusses some of his thoughts regarding Japanese civilians prior to his assignment in Japan. He then talks about landing in Japan; his interactions with Japanese civilians; his assignment in Zama; and discusses Counterintelligence Corps (CIC) policies and his duties working under General MacArthur. Next, Kurata talks about the release of Japanese POWs; his CIC detachment assignment in Yokohama in the headquarters unit; and discusses his assignment as an interpreter for a Major. Lastly, Kurata talks about his childhood experiences attending Japanese language school; his CIC duties which included managing a motor pool and other supervisory tasks; and discusses the importance of understanding Japanese language and culture during his time in Japan.

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2010OH1005_01_Kurata

http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/1005-Kurata-Joseph-1.m4v

1921 Oct 26

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