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Persevere

The story of the Nakasones, separated during the Battle of Okinawa.

04/24/2025 | Expires 03/31/2028

PBS Hawaiʻi Presents

Persevere

Special | 51m 19sVideo has Closed Captions

The story of the Nakasones, separated during the Battle of Okinawa.

Persevere tells the story of the Nakasones, separated during the war – Yoshino hid with grandparents while Junichi joined Japan’s imperial army. Decades later, Junichi’s nephew embarks on a journey to uncover his uncle's fate, leading to a surprising connection with another Hawaiʻi family and powerful lessons of kindness.

04/24/2025 | Expires 03/31/2028

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PBS Hawaiʻi Presents

Persevere

Special | 51m 19sVideo has Closed Captions

Persevere tells the story of the Nakasones, separated during the war – Yoshino hid with grandparents while Junichi joined Japan’s imperial army. Decades later, Junichi’s nephew embarks on a journey to uncover his uncle's fate, leading to a surprising connection with another Hawaiʻi family and powerful lessons of kindness.

04/24/2025 | Expires 03/31/2028

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