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accomplished the feat. Amazing!
Originally the project was going to be a fun and creative way to learn something about another
country’s culture. As I learned about cranes and the Peace Park, however, the thought of peace in these
tense times seemed illusive but important. Happily, Beta Chapter in Japan State Organization expressed
a desire to continue the relationship with DKGCA in future projects—and our members look forward to
doing just that!
Follow YouTube link to video of event: https://youtu.be/4Qy7qWmpvBQ?si=pavB-iNV6C47dSV4
Beta Chapter (Japan State Organization) members Kumi Itakura (translator), Reiko Sumi (Vice
President), Yasuko Kita (President), Taeko Ogawa (calligrapher), and Fusa Nakagawa (Executive
Secretary) gather after hanging the cranes for display.
Kathy Wanchek is President of Beta Phi Chapter in Area XIV of California State Organization.
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