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Jul 07, 2020 Jade H. rated it it was amazing

In order to judge a conflict fairly, one has to gather stories and information from all of the adversaries involved. Having been educated in the U.S., I realized that after reading Kristine Ohkubo's book, there were many facts regarding World War II that I had been completely unaware of. "The Sun Will Rise Again" takes the reader from the war with China in 1937 through Japan's post-war struggles, clearly conveying the devastating impact war had on the civilian population. Clearly the author does In order to judge a conflict fairly, one has to gather stories and information from all of the adversaries involved. Having been educated in the U.S., I realized that after reading Kristine Ohkubo's book, there were many facts regarding World War II that I had been completely unaware of. "The Sun Will Rise Again" takes the reader from the war with China in 1937 through Japan's post-war struggles, clearly conveying the devastating impact war had on the civilian population. Clearly the author does not glorify war, but tells a very grim and realistic story of the pain and suffering endured by men, women, and children on both sides of the ocean. This work is an absolute must read for all. ...more

Feb 08, 2021 David Okada rated it it was amazing

I looked forward to reading this book, because of my interest in the Japanese American's living in the United States in the early 1900's and those who were interned during World War II, two thirds of them being American citizens. It was an injustice that the US government admitted based on a commission study initiated by Jimmy Carter Wartime Relocation and the Internment of Civilians. The Commission Report Personal Justice Denied , found little evidence of Japanese disloyalty and concluded that I looked forward to reading this book, because of my interest in the Japanese American's living in the United States in the early 1900's and those who were interned during World War II, two thirds of them being American citizens. It was an injustice that the US government admitted based on a commission study initiated by Jimmy Carter Wartime Relocation and the Internment of Civilians. The Commission Report Personal Justice Denied , found little evidence of Japanese disloyalty and concluded that the incarceration had been based on Racism.

I knew about the internment camp's because of my Japanese American heritage and through my interest in genealogy and researching within the National Archive Records of my family who were interned on the West Coast. Kristine Ohkubo covers much more about other internment camps not only for the Japanese but also for the German and Italians considered a threat. These other camps include British Columbia, Hawaii and Department of Justice camps with the United States. My uncle was part of the 442nd Regiment and was inducted from the Minidoka internment camp she discusses and fought in the campaigns in Italy. My father when he was a corporeal in the US Army in Minnesota taught Japanese Weapons and Japanese War Tactics of the Japanese to American soldiers headed for the Pacific. This area of the book was especially interesting, especially the reference to the US Navy. The Navy would not allow anyone of Japanese ancestry to serve due to questions about loyalty to the United States and the Empire of Japan since 1920.

The author's interviews and research of the war and her perspective from the Japanese Americans hardship experience within these government poorly made facilities to the Japanese peoples experiences of trying to survive with the constant barrage of bombings and shortage of money and food provides a different insight into the Japanese people and their hardships for 2 decades. World War II exacted a costly toll to upon the nation of Japan. This would have a major influence on the Security Act renewal in the future. While I knew about the Hibakusha from their visits to the New York area I am glad that the author had interviews of the Atomic Bomb blast victims and the survivors Hibakusha and stigma attached to these ostracized individuals is sad. These events are never covered in our World History books or US History books, so her thoroughness is appreciated.

There is so much information that is covered in this book from the deals made by the military occupation in exchange for biological warfare information developed by the Japanese doctors to the security treaty that can't be covered in this brief review. All I can say is read this book if your interested in Japanese American history or Japanese World War II history and the tragic circumstance that the Japanese endured because of the Atom bombings and its survivors. Kristine extensive research provides personal side interviews of individuals in Japan and internees of the camps during the war and the historical photographs in this book provided a better understanding of the tragedies of war and racism.

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Kristine Ohkubo's "The Sun Will Rise Again" is one of the most outstanding books I have read on the subject of WWII. Although books on this theme are often written from the winner's perspective, Ohkubo remains neutral and explores both sides equally with her sharp intelligence and deep knowledge based on her extensive research. It includes information that you do not learn in history classes.

However, what makes this book truly unique is the section called "The personal side of war: Interviews".

Kristine Ohkubo's "The Sun Will Rise Again" is one of the most outstanding books I have read on the subject of WWII. Although books on this theme are often written from the winner's perspective, Ohkubo remains neutral and explores both sides equally with her sharp intelligence and deep knowledge based on her extensive research. It includes information that you do not learn in history classes.

However, what makes this book truly unique is the section called "The personal side of war: Interviews". It introduces the human aspect of war, the sufferings of the ordinary people. When we empathise with fellow humans regardless of their "sides" and understand the terrible price everyone had to pay, we see the true nature of war. Ohkubo's genuine empathy for victims of all sides is evident and sets a compassionate undertone throughout this work.

This book inspires us to re-examine our current political environment to never again repeat the same mistakes and commit atrocity against one another. Peace is every step. I would like to thank the author for taking a huge brave step toward a more peaceful world. Recommended with confidence for all history lovers and those who have a desire to learn from our past mistakes.

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Mar 20, 2019 Diana Sawada rated it it was amazing

War and politics induce change by first tearing down and later rebuilding. But the cost of this change is relatively high and comes in the form of unimaginable human suffering. This is the central message in Kristine Ohkubo's new book. It goes beyond propaganda and politics and presents a vivid picture of the human aspect of war. Regardless of what side you may favor, this book is a must read for everyone. War and politics induce change by first tearing down and later rebuilding. But the cost of this change is relatively high and comes in the form of unimaginable human suffering. This is the central message in Kristine Ohkubo's new book. It goes beyond propaganda and politics and presents a vivid picture of the human aspect of war. Regardless of what side you may favor, this book is a must read for everyone. ...more

KRISTINE OHKUBO is a Los Angeles-based author whose work emphasizes topics related to Japan and Japanese culture. While growing up in Chicago, she developed a deep love and appreciation for Japanese culture, people, and history. Her extensive travels in Japan have enabled her to gain insight into this fascinating country, which she shares with you through her writings.

Her first book, a travel guid

KRISTINE OHKUBO is a Los Angeles-based author whose work emphasizes topics related to Japan and Japanese culture. While growing up in Chicago, she developed a deep love and appreciation for Japanese culture, people, and history. Her extensive travels in Japan have enabled her to gain insight into this fascinating country, which she shares with you through her writings.

Her first book, a travel guide to Japan, was published in 2016. In 2017, she released a historical study of the Pacific War written from the perspective of the Japanese people, both those who were living in Japan and in the United States, when the war broke out. Two years later, she supplemented her earlier releases with the story of an infamous twentieth century geisha, who was both a victim and an aggressor, struggling amidst a strict patriarchal culture and a rapidly changing social system. In 2019, she followed up her 2017 release, The Sun Will Rise Again, with a book titled Sakhalin. The work examines the far-reaching impact the island changing hands had on its inhabitants and resources, and culminates with the tragic events which took place in August 1945. In 2021, she released a book that was quite a departure from her previous releases. Still focusing on Japan's history and culture, the work introduces readers to rakugo, Japan's 400-year-old art of storytelling. Through a series of anecdotes, biographical information, interviews, and rakugo scripts, the author explains why this traditional art form has endured for many years.

Her most recent book delves deeper into the unique and mysterious world of rakugo. In it, she presents the stories behind the storytellers. In the world of rakugo, sometimes the stories which surround the storytellers entice the public as much as the ones they tell on stage.

As an author, Kristine believes that writing from other cultural perspectives encourages empathy and understanding, and at the same time it broadens our knowledge of the events that have unfolded over the years.

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