Shigeharu Higashi is the publisher and editor of Cultural News.

In this clip, Gil Asakawa introduces Shigeharu Higashi for his presentation at the public program, "From Newsprint to New Media: The Evolving Role of Nikkei Newspaper," on April 2, 2011 at the Tateuchi Democracy Forum of the Japanese American National Museum.

In his presentation, Higashi talks about Cultural News which he started in 1998. He shared why he decided to start an English-language publication, initially for the local Japanese-speaking audience, and then why he changed his focus to sharing about Japanese culture and events. He also talks about the use of internet and technology to sharing information about the earthquake and relief efforts in Japan.

* This program was organized by Discover Nikkei, a project that provides opportunities to connect with others and share the Nikkei experience. The program was presented by the Japanese American National Museum with The Rafu Shimpo, Nichi Bei Foundation/Nichi Bei Weekly, Cultural News, and Nikkei Nation. Sponsored by DCA, LA County Arts, and The Nippon Foundation.

Discover Nikkei is a project of the Japanese American National Museum, made possible with major funding by The Nippon Foundation.