Kamitaro Kawase
He was born on 8 May 1873. He was a farmer. His family includes Fui Kawase (mother; nee Fui Takeyashi), Kametoro Kawase (father), Umeno Kawase (wife; nee Umeno Okaguchi; in Japan), and Tadayoshi Kawase (son). His home address is listed as Rural Route No. 1, Steveston, BC. He was forcibly uprooted to Hysop Ranch, Chase, BC.
Metadata
| Forename | Kamitaro |
| Surname | Kawase |
| Regularized Name | Kamitaro Kawase |
| Custodian Identification Number | 14543 |
| Nationality | Japanese national |
| Residence (after uprooting) | Chase, BC |
| Residence (before uprooting) | Steveston |
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