Interview with Richard Takara

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oroku_13.pdf (9.32 MB)

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2002

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Kodama-Nishimoto, Michiko

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The eldest son of Kaimuki Inn owners describes his parents' work in the restaurant. He also recalls his family's move to Japan and experiences there during World War II. On their return to Hawaii, they opened George's Inn near Civic Auditorium. He talks about tanomoshi financing, learning to cook, and the downside of the restaurant business.
Okinawan; male
Interview conducted in English.

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Business, Family Life, Hotels and Restaurants, Land and Ownership, Okinawa

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http://hdl.handle.net/10125/30271

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3 hr, 10 mins
26 pages

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Honolulu, Oahu

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TX910.3 .O79 2004

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The Oroku, Okinawa Connection: Local-Style Restaurants in Hawai‘i
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