Akina Nishi is a second-generation Japanese American. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, and plans to continue living in the sunny west coast. She is passionate about education equity and language learning, and is working towards getting a teaching credential in Japanese.
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Nikkei Chronicles #13—Nikkei Names 2: Grace, Graça, Graciela, Megumi?
Growth, Identity, and Names
“My name is Akina.” When I introduce myself, it somehow feels important, like I am establishing my …
Nov. 15, 2024
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