Discover Nikkei’s Nima Voices series uplifts its community members through brief and insightful conversations. Every interview highlights unique perspectives from Nima living all over the world and their stories are found in Discover Nikkei’s rich archive.
In the series’ latest episode, actors Christopher Sean and Tamlyn Tomita talk about community, connection, and identity. Known for his roles in Days of Our Lives, Star Wars Resistance, and Ultraman: Rising, Sean believes in the power of hard work and perseverance, as well as giving back to the community by mentoring the next generation of actors.
Christopher Sean and Tamlyn Tomita during the recording session of Nima Voices #19 at Outside In Theatre. Photos by Vicky Murakami-Tsuda.
Tomita is an activist and actor best known for her role as Kumiko in The Karate Kid, Part 2 alongside actors Noriyuki “Pat” Morita and Nobu McCarthy, and whose stories continue on Cobra Kai. She is a member of JANM’s Board of Governors and will be honored at the 2026 JANM Gala. This episode was recorded at Outside In Theatre, a community space that she co-founded with her husband.
Watch this episode below, read Kayla Kamei’s Discover Nikkei article, “Christopher Sean: Fighting Now for the Next Generation,” and view all of the previous Nima Voices episodes here.
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