Local Heroes
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

In our ongoing commitment to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, KCET and Union Bank honor local heroes of the Asian Pacific American community for their dedication and commitment to enrich the lives of others.

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Local Hero: Madame Sosei Matsumoto
Local Heroes

Local Hero: Madame Sosei Matsumoto

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:
Japanese Tea Ceremony Master Madame Sosei Matsumoto has paved the way for the preservation and recognition of the little-known Japanese art form known as chado, or "way of tea,"in the United States.
Local Hero: Nobuko Miyamoto
Local Heroes

Local Hero: Nobuko Miyamoto

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:
In a city where cultures often collide, Nobuko Miyamoto, artistic director and founder of Great Leap, has set out to harmonize relations through the use of the performing arts.
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