Frieda Takamura (left), Shea Aoki (middle), and Sam Matsui with his son Jay
Held at the Seattle Waterfront Hotel, the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) celebrated the accomplishments of three people and one organization.
Sam Matsui received the Sam Shoji Unsung Hero Award.
Frieda Takamura received the Community Service Award.
Shea Aoki received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Evergreen-Washelli received the Corporate Award. ♦