Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival
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Founded in 1996 by Japanese musician, filmmaker, producer, and Chicago resident Tatsu Aoki, the Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival brings together Asian American Jazz musicians from all over the country to exhibit their innovative musical techniques to a wide audience. Featured is this photo collection is Tatsu Aoki and his Miyumi project, a unique collaboration between African American and Asian American Jazz artists. Also included is prominent Chicago resident and jazz musician Yoko Noge.
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CAAJ FestivalTatsu Aoki(far right) playing at the Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival with his band the Miyumi Project. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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Yoko NogeA photograph of Jazz musician and prominent Chicago resident Yoko Noge. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo
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Yoko Noge and BandYoko Noge and her band standing in Daley Plaza located n Chicago. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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Early CAAJ Jazz FestivalA jazz band performing at one of the early CAAJ Festivals. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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Tatsu AokiTatsu Aoki performing at the CAAJ Festival. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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CAAJ FestivalAn Asian American jazz band playing at the CAAJ. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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Miyumi ProjectMembers of the Miyumi Project performing at the CAAJ Festival including Tatsu Aoki at the far right on drums. Courtesy of the Chicago Shimpo.
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The Clear Sounds of Tetsuo Matsuda, Violin Maker
Traditional Classical Japanese Dancers in Chicago
Mid America Japanese Club Japan Festival 2008
Organized Sports Leagues and Teams in Chicago 
Japanese American Picnic Groups in Chicago
Japan Festival Daley Center Plaza Chicago 1988
Pre- and Post- World War II Picnic Jackson Park Chicago
CJAHS Cultural Connections Events 
Taiko Groups in Chicago
JASC Japanese American Sevice Committe of Chicago's Mural Project
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