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UPCOMING DERBIES:

March all month open Black Bass Derby now in progress, fish anywhere in California waters only!

One day Black Bass Derbies will be held at Lake Berryessa, on April 6 and April 27th.

Call Burton C or any board members to sign up by 9:00 P.M. the evening before.  Weigh ins will be conducted in the parking lot (previous weigh in location) of the Italian restaurant, Cucina Italiana. The Berryessa Store and all the other businesses are permanently closed at this site. There is plenty of space for boat trailer parking. There are no restrooms at this location. Mo N will be the weigh master for these events!Weigh in deadline is 3:00 pm. No catch and release cards will be accepted, but if your bass is kept alive, you may release it after it’s weighed in.

FREE TROUT DERBY FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL!!

At the March meeting, it was decided to get more members to participate in club outings so a free derby was suggested and this is the result!!

All paid up members are entitled to participate in the very first ever FREE ALL MONTH OPEN TROUT DERBY!! Just sign up before going fishing with Burton C or any board member listed on the last page of this newsletter. Fish any place in the state of California. Use the catch verification card and submit to Burton or any other board member by 9:00 p.m. on April 30th. Make sure you complete it thoroughly! The witness can be anyone that saw you catch the fish, a photo would be nice! This will be a great derby for the junior members. GOOD LUCK!! Stay tuned for more derbies like this!!

Welcome New Members 

At our last zoom meeting, we had 1 new member join our club. Welcome Donald T! 

February All Month Striped Bass Derby Results

We had 7 members signed up for this derby! Could it be the rainy weather stopped members from going out? Only 1 fish weighed in!

Dayton L. caught a 2 lbs. 11 oz. 19” Striped bass.  Great job Dayton!!

The Annual Installation and Awards Banquet March 9, 2024 

The Annual Installation and Awards Banquet will be held at the Basque Cultural Center, located at 599 Railroad Ave. South San Francisco, CA. 94080 on March 9, 2024. Seating will be limited. So plan early and RSVP by March 1, 2024 by calling or texting Burton C. Cost per person: Prime Rib $50, Chicken $40, Vegetarian $30 and Kids (12 and under) chickens nuggets $15. No host cocktails are 11:30 to 12 noon, then at noon, the luncheon begins. One can pay in advance by sending a check to Burton C. or at the event. Invite your family and friends to enjoy great food, and your chance of winning one of the many door prizes. As usual, we are accepting donations. Thank you for your generosity.

Directions to the Basque Cultural Center From I-280: Take the Westborough exit and go East on Westborough Blvd.(down the hill towards El Camino) Turn right onto El Camino Real, in about 3 blocks, turn left onto W. Orange Ave. After 7 blocks, turn right onto Railroad Ave. After 2 blocks, the Basque Cultural Center is on the right. A large parking lot is in front of the building. 

From US 101 North: Take the Grand Ave. turn off follow the signs towards downtown. Make a left onto Linden Ave, after 3 blocks, a right turn onto Railroad Ave. Go 3 blocks, 599 Railroad is on the left side. A large parking lot is in front of the building. 

From US 101 South: Take the Grand Ave. exit and left turn on Airport Blvd. After 3 blocks, turn right on Grand Ave. After 3 blocks, right turn onto Railroad Ave. go 3 blocks, 599 Railroad Ave. the cultural center is on the left side. A large parking lot is in front of the building. 

January All Month Striped Bass Derby Results 

We had 9 members signed up for this derby! Could it be the rainy weather stopped members from going out? Only one fish was weighed in! 1st place went to James M for his Striped Bass of 6 lbs. 8 oz. 26 ¾”.  James you out fished everyone! 

Officers and Board of Directors for 2024 Officers 

President Diane M 

Vice President Michael F 

Recording Secretary Mike M

Corresponding Secretary Akemi I 

Treasurer Burton C 

Newsletter Editor Kenny I 

Webmaster Kelly I 

Board of Directors 

Bill (William) D 

Kay M 

Bob M 

Alan M 

Jimmy Y 

Mark N 

Mary H (Honorary Board Member) 

Congratulations to our Officers and Board of Directors who are all looking forward to your support and participation for a successful 2024. 

REMINDER: Pay your 2024 Club membership dues! 

Prior to participating in club activities, remember to pay your $20 membership dues. Junior memberships are $5. Send your checks made out to SFNFC (San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club) to Burton C

2024 Sport Fishing License changes last year. 

The 365-day sport fishing licenses went into effect on sale January 1, 2023. All 365-day sport fishing licenses purchased after January 1, 2023, will be valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. For example, a license purchased on January 15th would be valid for use through January 14th the following year. About time!! So, don’t buy your license until you go fishing! 

Sacramento International Sportsmen's Exposition Jan. 18-21, 2024 Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA. 

Now in its 36th year, this is California’s largest annual celebration of “Your Life Outdoors” for the entire family. Shop outdoor gear, fishing and hunting products, plus four-wheelers, camping RVs, and a huge selection of fishing boats. Book your next outdoor adventure with guides and lodges nearby to around the world. Learn from experts at more than 100 free seminars, including a Sporting-Dog Arena. Plus, an entire building of free events for kids on the weekend. 

Event Hours: Thursday, January 18: 11 am to 8 pm; Friday, January 19: 11 am to 8 pm Saturday, January 20: 10 am to 7 pm; Sunday, January 21: 10 am to 4 pm 

Admission: Adult (16 and Above): $16 Youths 15 and Under Enter Free.   PARKING IS EXTRA 

The results of the December Sashimi Open Striped Bass Derby 

We had 6 members that signed up for this 2 day derby and 2 striped bass were weighed in. 

Angler Weight Length 

1) John M 6 lbs. 0 oz. 25” 

2)Burton C 4 lbs. 11 oz. 23” 

The results of the December all month open Striped Bass Derby

 We had 13 members that signed up for this derby and 6 fish were weighed in. 

Angler Weight Length 

1) James M 8 lbs. 8 oz. 30” 

2) Ed G 8 lbs. 8 oz. 28” 

3) John M 6 lbs. 0 oz. 25” 

4) Burton C 4 lbs. 11 oz. 23” 

5) Jim Y 4 lbs. 8 oz. 23 ” 

6) Al M 2 lbs. 15 oz. 201/4” 

Remember to patronize our club supporters 

Tom Hoshiyama, Plaza Insurance Co. 25 Kearny Street San Francisco, CA. 415-983-5910 

Arguello Pet Hospital 530 Arguello Blvd. San Francisco, CA. 415-751-3242 

Japanese Cultural & Community Center (JCCCNC) 1840 Sutter Street San Francisco, CA. 415-567-5505 

T. Okamoto & Co. (real estate) 1832 Buchanan Street San Francisco, CA. 415-931-6295 

Yasukochi’s Sweet Shop Bakery 1790 Sutter Street San Franciscco, CA. 415-931-8165 

Paper Tree Art Supply Store 1743 Buchanan Street San Francisco, CA. 415-887-1736 

Gus Discount Fishing Tackle Shop 3710 Balboa Street San Francisco, CA. 415-752-6197 

Soko Hardware 1698 Post Street San Francisco, CA . 415-931-5510 

Japanese Tea Garden 75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. San Francisco, CA. 415-752-1171 

NJAHS (Nation Japanese American Historical Society) 1684 Post Street San Francisco, CA. 415-921-5007 

Nomura & Co. (Japanese food supply) 40 Broderick Road Burlinmgame, CA. 650-692-5457 

March Dobashi Thanksgiving Striped Bass Derby Results 

We had 24 members sign up for the 2023 Thanksgiving Striped Bass Derby and 13 Stripers were weighed in. The weigh-ins and potluck was held at the Holy Trinity Christopher Center, 999 Brotherhood Way in San Francisco 6-9:00 P.M. And the winners are: 

Anglers Weight Length 

1) Jim Y 9 lbs. 6 oz. 30”  

2) Burton C 8 lbs. 13 oz. 28”  

3) Mike M 8 lbs. 7 oz. 27”  

4) Mike M 8 lbs. 4 oz. 28 3/8”  

5) Dayton L 7 lbs. 2 oz. *26 1/4”  

6) Mark N 7 lbs. 2 oz. 26 1/8”  

7) Ed G 6 lbs. 12 oz. 27 1/8”  

8) Kelly I 5 lbs. 15 oz. 25”  

9) Bill D 5 lbs. 8 oz. *26”  

10) Akemi I 5 lbs. 8 oz. 24 1/8”  

11) Al M 4 lbs. 12 oz. 21”  

12) Bob M 3 lbs. 13 oz. 21 1/8”  

13) Kenny I 2 lbs. 11 oz. 18 ½”  

* Length determined the placement. All the honorable mentions received prizes in order of the catch placement! All left over prizes were raffled off to all those that entered the derby but failed to catch a fish. All other prizes were raffled out to remaining guest and families. EVERYONE WAS A WINNER TODAY!! THERE WERE MANY SMILING FACES AT THE END! THANK YOU ALL, THAT CONTRIBUTED TO THE POTLUCK DINNER. SORRY, I ARRIVED TOO LATE TO GET THE NAMES AND DISHES THAT WERE DONATED! 

Many Thank you’s goes out to our following supporter: 

Tom Hoshiyama, Plaza Insurance Co. $500.00 

Michael Ina & Jamie Obana, Arguello Pet Hospital $350.00 

Allen Okamoto, Kay Okamoto Co. $100.00 

Tosh Mitsuda $50.00 

Yasukochi’s Sweet Shop Gift certificate for $50.00 

Paper Tree Gift Card for $25.00 

Gus Discount Tackle Shop Fishing Rod & Tackle Box 

Soko Hardware Zojirushi Thermos

Japanese Tea Garden Burberry Blanket 

NJAHS T-Shirt, cup & saucer 

Nomura & Co. 8 bags 5 lbs. Kokuho Rice & 6 bags Brown Rice 

Member’s Donations 

Mike Fujimoto 2 $25.00 

Gift certificates to Cus’ and Olive 

Kelly Ina Sweat Shirt, Fillet Knife and Chicken Broth 

Ed Gamba Bottles of Wine & Champagne 

Mark Noguchi Miso Ramen, water, beer, & drinks

 James McNeil Can corn 

Al Morishita Paper Towels 

Mike Moser & Richard Brouillet Persimmons 

Bob & Diane Matsmura Foil & Juice 

Mary Hidekawa Paper Plates, Napkins, & Utensils 

Akemi & Kenny Ina Cranberry sauce, Stuffing Mix, & water 

The SFNFC donated 30 - $15.00 Safeway gift cards to purchase turkeys! That means the derby was FREE! 

Bob Matsumura cleaned 12 Striped Bass and Diane distributed them to our club supporters! 

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

MARIN COUNTY – A man who died after being swept into the water at Point Reyes National Seashore while fishing last week was identified Wednesday by the Marin County Coroner's Office as Richard Norio Sumi, a 73-year-old Hercules resident. A witness reported seeing Sumi swept out from Point Reyes' South Beach by a rogue wave at about 9 a.m. Friday, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office. Emergency responders from the National Park Service, U.S. Coast Guard, California Highway Patrol, Marin County Sheriff's Office, Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, and Sonoma County Fire Department all assisted during the attempted rescue operation. Sumi was found motionless about 40 minutes after entering the water. He was airlifted back to shore, where he was pronounced dead. His death is being investigated by the National Park Service and Marin County Sheriff's Office. NOTE: Richard Sumi was a member of the SFNFC sometime ago. Our condolences to his family. 

YOU SURF FISHERMEN, BEWARE OF THESE ROGUE WAVES AT THE BEACHES! NEVER TURN YOUR BACK TO THE SURF. IF YOU ARE ATTEMPTING TO CATCH SAND CRABS, HAVE SOMEONE WATCHING THE BREAKERS FOR YOU! MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A BELT AROUND YOUR WAIST OVER YOUR WADERS TO PREVENT WATER FLOODING YOUR WADERS IF YOU GET HIT BY A LARGE WAVE. 

October All Month Open Striped Bass Derby Results 

We had 12 members sign up for this all month Striped Bass Derby and 7 Stripers were weighed in. 

Angler Weight Length

1) Ed G 25 lbs. 11 oz. 39” WOW!

2) Al M 5 lbs. 15 oz. 26 ½”  

3) Burton C 5 lbs. 5 oz. 24 ½”  

4) John M 4 lbs. 13 oz. 24 1/4”  

5) James M 4 lbs. 4 oz. 23”  

6) Mike M 2 lbs. 12 oz. 20 ½”  

7) Jim Y 2 lbs. 3 oz. 18 ½”  

The Annual Club Picnic 

The SFNFC annual picnic was a huge success with over 60+ members, friends, and guests attending. The picnic was held at our usual location at San Pablo Reservoir in El Sobrante, CA. the Oaks Group picnic area. Mother nature treated us well with perfect weather, as many were expecting sizzling hot weather. The yellow jackets were very active this year. I heard that some people were bitten by them. Alan and Michael M donated and cooked the corn on the cob and hot dogs. There was more than plenty of pot luck food available for all! Many thanks to all who brought their favorite picnic dishes to share with everyone. Thanks goes out to the following members: Burton C, for coming early with his blower to clean the area of leaves and debris and covering the tables with paper, which was provided by Mike F. Mary H for always providing the insect netting to protect the food from those pesky insects and paper plates and utensils. Akemi and Kenny I provided the hot dogs, buns, soda, water, and beer. Diane M, Kelly I, & Akemi I for the prizes for the games and raffle; This year we missed Sara and Kelli M who helped with everything and called out BINGO. We missed you girls! (both USC students now) A special thanks to Diane M for all the creative games that all the adults and kids enjoyed. Burton's wife was the winner for identifying the most gadgets, 9 out of 12! Carter M guessed the amount of popcorn kernals, Kelly I won the gummy bear count, I don’t remember who won the Lemonheads counts. (Sorry!) 

Welcome New Member 

At our last zoom meeting, we had a new member join our club. Welcome, Jay K, of San Francisco. We hope you participate in many of our activities we offer, make new friends, learn some new fishing spots, and fishing techniques. Good luck! But most of all, don’t be a stranger! 

JACL/SFNFC YOUTH DERBY WAS CANCELLED!! 

Why?  Lack of interest or late promotion??  Next year we will set an earlier date and promote it earlier. To do that, we need members to help!! 

All Month May Trout Derby Results 

We had only 7 members sign up for our All Month Trout Derby. No Trout were weighed-in!! What happened to all our trout fisherman?? 

Open Black Bass Derby May 20, 2023 results 

We had 10 members sign up for this Black Bass Derby. NO BLACK BASS WERE WEIGHED IN!! WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? 

SALMON SEASON CLOSED FOR 2023! 

California salmon season is canceled for the first time since 2009. Here’s what it means. Federal regulations overseeing West Coast fisheries have effectively called off California’s entire 2023 ocean salmon fishing season, in an effort to protect fish populations that have dwindled during the ongoing drought. Check events calendar for upcoming derby changes. 

Welcome to our new members! 

Andrew N and Moto D has joined our club and was introduced to the board members at our April zoom meeting. Welcome to the San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club. Good luck to you on our fishing derbies and other actitities! 


THE ANNUAL INSTALLATION & AWARDS BANQUET 

The Annual Installation and Awards Banquet was held at the Basque Cultural Center. 36 members, family, and friends were in attendance. President, Diane M, welcomed everyone to the luncheon, and Michael F took over as Master of Ceremony. 

A TRIBUTE TO OUR DEPARTED MEMBERS 

A moment of silence was observed for our departed member, Warren Y. He will be dearly missed. 

OPENING TOAST INTRODUCTION OF PAST PRESIDENTS 

Jim Y, Kenny I, Al M, Diane M  

INTRODUCTION OF THE 2023 OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS OFFICERS

President Diane M, Vice President Bob M, Treasurer Burton C, Recording Secretary Mike M, Corresponding Secretary Akemi I, Editor Kenny I, Webmaster Kelly I. 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Bill D, Michael F, Mary H, Kay M, Al M, Mark N, Jim Y 2022 

Big Fish Recipients:

Striped Bass 

John M 18 lbs. 8 oz. 34 ½” 

Salmon 

Paul C 2 8 lbs. 9 oz. 38 5/8” 

Kelly I 27 lbs. 39” 

Halibut 

Russell N 23 lbs. 8 oz. 39” 

Black Bass 

Steve G   5 lbs. 13 oz. 21 ¼” 

Trout 

Paul C   11 lbs. 1 oz. 28” 

Junior Division Winners 

Striped Bass 

Chelsea C 4 lbs. 2 oz. 23” 

Carter Ma  4lbs. 2 oz. 21” 


SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD 

Akemi I,  Kenny I,  Alan M.  Akemi I for her relentless work of preparing all photos and stories for the SFNFC exhibit at the Japanese American Historical Soceity, and for making the annual awards and Installation table center pieces the past 3 years. Kenny I for constructing the display cases, rod holders, reel display, and the photo work for the exhibit. Alan M for expertise in maintaining the clubs Constitution, Standing rules, and helping to place the display items for the exhibit. 

FEBRUARY All Month Striped Bass Derby Results 

We had 7 members sign up for this derby before the inclement weather set in. Only 2 striped bass were weighed in. The weather conditions kept many of us warm and safe at home! 

Angler Weight Length  

1) Jim Y 5 lbs. 5 oz. 24 1/2”  

2) Ed G 4 lbs. 5 oz. 21 ¾”  

January All Month Striped Bass Derby Results 

We only had 4 members signed up for this derby! Could it be the rainy weather stopped members from going out? No fish were weighed in! We needed 6 members to participate to make this an official derby! Let’s see what happens in February! 

The February all month Open Striped Bass Derby is in Progress!!  Send your $10.00 entry fee to Burton C before you fish!! Good Luck! 

The March Dobashi Thanksgiving Striped Bass Derby Results

We had 27 members participate in this year’s derby and 7 Striped Bass were weighed in, here are the results:

Angler Weight Length 

1) Mike M 9 lbs. 12 oz. 31 3/8” 

2) Burton C 8 lbs. 12 oz 30 5/8” 

3) Ed G 5 lbs. 14 oz. 24” 

4) Mark N 5 lbs. 7 oz. 25 ½” 

5) John M 3 lbs. 11 oz. 22 3/8” 

6) Jim Y 3 lbs. 9 oz. 21 3/8” 

7) Mike M 2 lbs. 12 oz. 20 7/8” 

There’s rumors that Dayton L and Bill D caught fish on the Predator and donated them to the parking lot……..is that true?? Let’s talk story!!

The SFNFC would like to acknowledge all the donations received for the March Dobashi Thanksgiving Derby. Many thanks to the following donors:

Mary Ishisaki $250.00

Tom Hoshiyama (Plaza Insurance Sales, Inc.) $100.00

Mary Hidekawa $100.00

Mark Noguchi $100.00

Arguello Pet Hospital $50.00

Tosh Mitsuda $50.00

Yasukochi’s Sweet Shop - Gift Certificate $50.00

Paper Tree - Gift Certificate $25.00

Merchandise:

George Okamoto (Nomura & Co.) 14 5lbs. bag of rice

Carole Murata (Japanese Tea Garden) Tea Set

Phil Ashizawa (Soko Hardware) Water Bottle

American Trophy Assorted Japanese dinnerware

The SFNFC donated 30 - $15.00 Safeway gift cards to purchase turkeys!

That means the derby was FREE!

Members who donated additional prizes:

Mike M & Richard B Persimmons

Ed G 5 bottles of champagne & 7 bottles of wine

Kelly I AM/FM/Shortwave Radio and Logitech computer keyboard/mouse

Kenny I Japanese dinner set and sauce dish set

Thanksgiving fixings:

Bill D-Chicken Broth

Akemi I -Boxes of Stuffing Mix

Kenny I - Cans of Cranberry Sauce

Kelly I - Chicken Broth

James M - Canned Corn

Alan M - Paper Towels

Bob & Diane M - Foil

Mike F - Can Olives

Jim Y - Cup of Noodles

The Thanksgiving Derby weigh-ins and potluck dinner was held at the Holy Trinity Christopher Center on Brotherhood Way in San Francisco from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Members, families, and friends enjoyed a fantastic variety offood. This is one of our most popular event which includes family and friends. Every family received a bag of groceries in addition to door prizes regardless, in fact everyone went home with a prize! 

All the Striped Bass weighed in were donated to our club supporters:

Kimochi, Sweet Shop, Tosh Mitsuda, Arguello Pet Hospital, Paper Tree,

Mary Hidekawa, and All-American Trophy.

November is election time, that includes the SFNFC

The San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club’s Constitution states the following:

Nominating and electing the Board of Directors shall occur at the November General Board of Directors meeting.

Due to an unforeseen reason, this year, the board of directors could not follow this statement in the constitution, so we will conduct our election on our December 7th zoom meeting.

FOR THE YEAR 2023

The San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club is looking for new candidates for the Board of Directors.  Our Board of Directors has a minimum of 8 members and a maximum of 15.  If you are interested in becoming a member of the Board of Directors and want to help shape the Clubs future, please read the information below. We welcome anyone interested!

What are the qualifications for a candidate?

Board responsibilities:

How can you become a candidate?

How do candidates become members of the Board of Directors?


The March Dobashi Thanksgiving Striped Bass Derby November 20, 2022

The board of directors has decided to have a “live” weigh-in this year, including a POTLUCK DINNER for all members and families like old times.  This year, the weigh-in and potluck will be held at the Holy Trinity Christopher Center, 999 Brotherhood Way in San Francisco 6-9:00 P.M.  The derby fee for this derby will be $15.00 if paid before November 13th, after this date, the fee will be $20.00.  Actually, this derby will be free, a $15.00 Safeway gift card will be presented to all members participating in this derby!  No guests can participate in this derby.  

The weigh-in will be conducted outdoors from 6:00-8:00 P.M. (DEADLINE IS 8:00 P.M.) followed by the prize presentation, 8:00-9:00 P.M.  Potluck will be from 6-9 P.M. 

Donations for prizes from all members for this derby will be greatly appreciated, contact Alan M.

All fish weighed in will be donated to our supporters.  Bob M will scale, clean, and deliver the fish to them.

Donation acknowledgments for our March DobashiThanksgiving Derby:

Tosh M. $50.00

Mary I.       $250.00

Paper Tree (Gift certificate) $25.00

Arguello Pet Hospital $50.00

Jay Y (New Huck Finn Sportfishing) $90.00

Jon Y (Sea Wolf) Sportfishing) $90.00

Thank you for your contributions!

*Why is the Thanksgiving Derby called the March Dobashi Thanksgiving Striped Bass Derby?  

For many years and many derby weigh-ins, March opened up his “Yamato Auto Repair Shop” for our club weigh ins and potluck dinners following the weigh-ins.   Many members, families, and friends attended these weigh ins to see all the fish and watched all the winners receive their prizes.  After his passing in early 2011, Diane M made a motion to title the thanksgiving derby as the March Dobashi Thanksgiving Derby to honor him and his family for all the work cleaning up his garage and making room for the weigh ins, prizes, and potluck dinners. The motion passed unanimously! 




The Annual Club Picnic

The SFNFC annual picnic was a huge success with 35 members, friends, and guests attending.  The picnic was held at our usual location at San Pablo Reservoir in El Sobrante, CA. the Oaks Group picnic area.  Mother nature treated us well with perfect weather, as many were expecting sizzling hot weather.  We were faced with a category 2 fire alert, which prevented us from using the char coal BBQ pit.  We were prepared as a gas grille was brought in to cook the corn on the cob and hot dogs.  There was more than plenty of pot luck food available for all!  Many thanks to all who brought their favorite picnic dishes to share with everyone.

Thanks goes out to the following members:  Burton C, for coming early with his blower to clean the area of leaves and debris and covering the tables with paper, which was provided by Mike F.  Mary H for always providing the insect netting to protect the food from those pesky insects and paper plates and utensils.  Michael I donated all the corn; Akemi and Kenny I provided the hot dogs, buns, soda, water and BBQ. Kelly I provide the soda and beer; Mo N for cooked all the hot dog and corn;  Diane M, Kelly I, & Akemi I for the prizes for the games and raffle; Sara and Kelli M for helping with everything and called out BINGO with help from Natalie and Michael O. A special thanks to Diane M for all the creative games that all the adults and kids enjoyed.  Burton C was the winner for identifying the most gadgets use.

SFNFC Exhibit at the NJAHS will be open until Sept. 15th!

The National Japanese American Historical Society1684 Post Street, San Francisco Japantown 

Hours : Open M-F noon-5:00 pm and the first Saturdays of each month.

For more information call 415-921-5007

During San Francisco Nihonmachi Street Fair, on Saturday August 6 at 6:30 there was a special screening of Cory Shiozaki’s “The Manzanar Fishing Club” and explore the uplifting tale of WWII Japanese American incarcerees who found their freedom fishing in the waters of the Eastern Sierra. It was free and opened to the public.  Despite local newspaper articles and NJAHS website information, there was a very low turnout.

Thank you, Michael I, Mike and Betty F, Alan M, Roslyn T, and Akemi and Kenny I for rearranging the display, setting up the chairs, and preparing the refreshments.

We were asked to demonstrate the art of Gyotaku (Japanese ink printing of fish). So, we put out a request from our membership for fresh fish to make the impressions, being a fishing club, we would really be embarrassed if we had to use rubber fish.  The request was answered by Captain Ron K, Striped Bass; Diane M, a small Largemouth Black Bass; and Bill D, 5 types Surf Perch. 

This event was highly successful as we had many visitors watch as Kelly I and Akemi I perform the process and visitors walked away with the finished prints.  Guests, young and old, tried their hands at making the fish impressions and were very happy to experience and learn the process.  Special thanks goes to Mike M, who was our barker as he stopped people walking by and told them about our Gyotaku demonstration.  He drew in many visitors.  Thanks, Mike! Also big thanks goes to Kenny I for setting up and teaching Gyotaku to the club members and public who participated.  Here he is many years ago working on a 30+ lb striped bass ----------->

Come to the NJAHS and see the club exhibit, see what we did years ago and see what we have done today and see what we can do in the future!  Don’t forget to sign-in so we can see who is interested in the club.  You may be surprised to see your picture in a MUSEUM!

Watch the video!  20 more minutes were added which includes years 2019 t0 2022.  The fast track section has 180 photos that were sent in by members!  Watch for yourself!!

MEMBER Help Needed August 6th and 7th

IMPORTANT NOTE: During the Nihonmachi Street Fair, the gallery will be open on both days Saturday, Aug. 6 and Sunday, Aug 7. We need membership support. 

1) We need as many members as possible there on the 6th to help NJAHS staff rearrange and set up chairs for a special screening (Saturday 6pm-8pm) of Cory Shiozaki’s “The Manzanar Fishing Club,” the uplifting tale of incarcerees who found their freedom fishing in the waters of the Eastern Sierra.

2) We were asked to demonstrate the art of Gyotaku (Japanese ink printing of fish) Sunday 12pm-3pm,. If any members are familiar with this art, and is willing to assist, please contact Kenny I, we will appreciate any assistance.

3) Also, if you can help, we need fresh fish to make the impressions. Any small fish that is flat with scales would be a good subject. Perch, Flounder, Black Bass, Bluegill, Crappy, just a legal size Striped Bass will also work. Trout is not a good subject. Their scales are too smooth. The fish must not be cleaned or scaled, they need to be in it’s natural state. Frozen? YES!!

youth fishing derby

The San Francisco JACL and the San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club, sponsored the youth fishing derby this year on July 9th at the San Pablo Reservoir in El Sobrante, CA. Teaching 11 young kids 8 to 13 years old how to fish and respect the outdoors, and taking them away from their computers and enjoying a day in the outdoors is our goal! We met at 8:00 A.M. at the picnic area. All fishing permits and bait was paid for by the SFJACL. We served BBQ hot dogs, hamburgers, chili, drinks, and treats for the young and old, all provided for by the SFJACL. There were prizes for all the fish caught by the youngsters. The fishing was very, very slow due to the warm water conditions with very little results. Only 2 fish were caught. We thank Judy H and David representing the San Francisco JACL for financing this event. 

Acknowledgments for the youth derby: 

SFJACL for financing the event. SFJACL representatives: Judy H and David. 

Hopefully we did not miss anyone.  Thank you all for making this event successful! 

The National Japanese American Historical Society features 104 years of the San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club's existence. 

Go to this link to see our event.  You may need to use your browser: http://www.njahs.org/events/

Free and open to the public July 18 to September 15, 2022

National Japanese American Historical Society Peace Gallery at 1684 Post Street, San Francisco, CA in the heart of Japantown

Open M-F noon-5:00 pm and the first Saturdays of each month

Come and see the exhibit, your photo maybe there!

Many thanks to the following people that made this possible:

SFNFC to have an exhibit at the NJAHS

The San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club will have an exhibit at the National Japanese American Historical Society (NJAHS) Museum in the San Francisco Japantown. Starting in mid July 2022 celebrating it’s existence of over 104 years in the San Francisco Japantown community. On

display will be fishing artifacts from old to present, photo displays of members past and present. Slide shows will be running

continuously during the open hours. Members are urged to participate by contributing to the display with pre-war fishing equipment or pre-was photos or news articles. Everything will be returned after the exhibit.

Please call or text Akemi I or Kenny I as soon as possible with a description of the items.

We are getting short on time!

THANK YOU!!

JACL & SFNFC YOUTH DERBY JULY 9TH

We need volunteers!!

The San Francisco JACL and the San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club will be sponsoring the youth fishing derby this year on July 9th at the San Pablo Reservoir in El Sobrante, CA. We need volunteers to help with teaching young kids how to fish and respect the outdoors, taking them away from their computers and enjoying a day in the outdoors! Bring your family, help us out and enjoy a family outing.  We will be at the main recreation area, carousel number 2 starting at 8:00 A.M. All fishing permits and bait will be paid by the JACL. We will be serving BBQ hot dogs, hamburgers’, chili, drinks, and treats for the young and old. There will be prizes for all the fish caught by the youngsters.  Bring your own secret weapons to help the kids.  Attend the zoom club meeting, July 6th, for more information.


THE ANNUAL INSTALLATION & AWARDS BANQUET

The Annual Installation and Awards Banquet was held at the Basque Cultural Center, South San Francisco on April 9th. 32 members, family and friends were in attendance. Acting President, Diane M, welcomed everyone to the luncheon, and Michael F took over as Master of Ceremony.

A TRIBUTE TO OUR DEPARTED MEMBERS

A moment of silence was observed for our departed members, James C and Warren Y. They will be dearly missed.

OPENING TOAST

INTRODUCTION OF THE 2022 OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS

OFFICERS:

Acting President Diane M

Treasurer Burton C

Recording Secretary Mike M

Corresponding Secretary Akemi I

Editor Kenny I

Webmaster Kelly I

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Bill D Michael F Mary H

Bob M Kay M Al M

Jim Y

2021 ANNUAL BIG FISH AWARDS:


DONATION ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: 

Mike A, Skipper of the Predator donated 3 pairs of fishing trips. 

Cake - Schuberts Bakery 

Centerpieces - Akemi I

ADDITIONAL DONATIONS RECEIVED FROM:  

Michael F, Kelly I, Gary G, Akemi I, Linda M, Bob M, Diane M, Kenny I, Pat D, Annie & Layman R.

EVENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: 

Reservations, Finances, & Prizes: Burton C 

Photos: Kenny I 

Accommodations: Bob M 

Master of ceremony: Michael F 

Trophies, Programs, & Prizes: Diane M

Table Centerpieces: Akemi I  

New regs. for the April 2022 Rockfish Season - Bill D reporting 

Vermilion, Quillback, Copper Rockfish sub-bag limit reductions effective Jan. 6, 2022: Emergency regulations (Title 14, Section 28.55) changed sub-bag limits within the 10-fish daily rockfish, cabezon, greenling (RCG) complex bag & possession limit: 

-A decrease to the statewide sub-bag limit for vermilion rockfish (Sebastes miniatus) from 5 fish to 4. A new statewide sub-bag limit for quillback rockfish (S. maliger) to 1 fish 

-A new statewide sub-bag limit for copper rockfish (S. caurinus) of 1 fish, In other words:  10 fish total combination of rockfish, cabezon, and greenlings.  Within the 10 fish combo limit, you may only keep no more than 4 vermilion rockfish, 1 quillback rockfish, and 1 copper rockfish. 

In addition, you can still keep 2 lingcod at a minimum of 22 inches. A good idea is to count and sort out your catches sooner than later. Pictures of some of these affective fish can be found at : https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=59206&inline 

BAY AREA WEIGH STATIONS 

Have been discontinued. Due to lack of activity for the past years, the board of directors decided to discontinue and close all the weigh-in locations. We thank all the members who volunteered to be weigh masters. All weigh-ins will be conducted by the “Catch and Release Cards” or specific locations during certain derbies. 

NOT FOR PROFIT IRS STATUS 

The San Francisco Nisei Fishing Club has received the status of 501(C)(7) (not for profit ) from the IRS, but awaiting the status from the State of California. Are donations to a 501(C)(7) tax-deductible? Sorry, but NO!! Donations or dues paid to Section 501(c)(7) corporations are not tax-deductible. This advantageous provision of the tax code applies only to Section 501(c)(3) charities. Thus, donors to social clubs may not claim a charitable deduction under Section 170. July 17, 2017. Simply said, donations and dues for the SFNFC are NOT TAX DEDUCTABLE!! SORRY!! 

Welcome New Members 

At our last zoom meeting, we had 1 new member join our club. Welcome Peter H!