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Henry Kasai's Journey to Utah | Salt Lake City News
From Mount Fuji to Salt Lake City, Henry Kasai’s journey from a teenage immigrant in 1903 to a pillar of Utah’s Japanese community is being preserved by his daughter Kimiyo—whose family photos now grace the University of Utah’s digital archives. Inspired by uncles who’d already crossed the Pacific, Henry learned English in California, farmed in Idaho, earned his high school diploma, and built a business career before settling in Salt Lake City. His legacy, still unfolding, shaped both local and national narratives—and we’re just getting started on the full story. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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