Fern, I must first say, how much I admire your commentary here and elsewhere on Substack! And I thank you for recognizing that there is an amazing depth to the human stories that we have only begun to unearth about these various historical events. I am currently a member, tour guide, and arts docent at the Portland Japanese Garden, where much of our conversation to the visiting public is about the long-standing, historical connections between Japan and the West. I feel that it is a small offering to the future relations between our cultures. If you are ever in Portland, please let me know; my partner and I would be happy to give you a tour of the garden, which is proclaimed "the best, most-authentic Japanese garden outside of Japan." And that goes for any other Substack readers who happen to see this invitation!