As we all gather to celebrate the 110th Cherry Blossom Festival, it’s important to celebrate the nuanced journeys of Japanese American women making strides as entrepreneurs.

Join us for a special fireside chat series with special guests: Reiko Hirai, owner of D.C. Sake cō, and Tomomi Miyajima, owner of Tokiya Japan. These two ladies have a wealth of knowledge to share about their triumphs and challenges as Japanese Americans running successful businesses in the Capital Region. Reiko and Tomomi will reflect on the following:

The influence Japanese culture has had on their view of the world and growth of their businesses

Tricks of the trade learned throughout their journeys

Hopes for the future of AAPI owned businesses

Join us promptly after the panel discussion for a Sake tasting session sponsored by the Anacostia Bid and Sake co.