Mr. Speaker. I rise today with Representatives ZOE LOFGREN and ANNA ESHOO to honor the 125th Anniversary of the establishment of Japantown San Jos6 (Nihonmachi) in Santa Clara Valley. Nihonmachi is a reflection of the values of the original Japanese immigrant community. the Issei (first generation). who settled in Santa Clara Valley in 1890. By the early 20th century. the community formally established residence in what is now Nihonmachi. which offered a uniquely Japanese source of employment. lodging. goods. services. and cultural support. Nihonmachi is one of only three remaining Japantowns in the United States today. Soon after the founding of Nihonmachi. with the support of the Gentlemens Agreement of 1907. an increased number of Japanese women began settling in Santa Clara Valley.
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