JAVA Honorary Chairs

The Honorary Chairs of the Japanese American Veterans Association (JAVA) play a ceremonial role, championing JAVA’s mission and vision. Their esteemed reputation integrates dynamic influence and positive global impact. Our community is truly grateful to learn and grow from their leadership.

U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka
U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye
Colonel Sunao Paul Ishio, U.S. Army (Retired)
Secretary Norman Y. Mineta
Barney F. Hajiro, Medal of Honor
Hiroshi "Hershey" H. Miyamura, Medal of Honor
George "Joe" T. Sakato, Medal of Honor
General Paul M. Nakasone, U.S. Army (Retired)

We are an educational, patriotic, fraternal organization dedicated to maintaining and extending the institutions of American freedom.

Mailing Address: Japanese American Veterans Association, P.O. Box 341198, Bethesda, MD 20827

Email: info@java-us.org

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