The Kamon family's loss of their home in Altadena to wildfires has amplified fears about the future of the dwindling Japanese American community in the area. Having poured generations of labor and love into their home, the Kamons are troubled about their heritage's survival amidst ongoing decline. This community, which once rallied together after WWII incarceration, has seen decreasing connections and participation over time. Now, with the threats of natural disasters and internal disintegration looming, there's a palpable worry about the community's continuity and cultural legacy.
The tatami room was a testament to the Kamon family’s heritage, symbolizing a history woven into the very structure of their beloved home in Altadena.
Johnny Kamon's reflections on the loss speak to a deeper anxiety regarding the survival of the Japanese American community, strained by the aftermath of the wildfires.
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