With almost eight years of Tennessee living under his belt, Michitaka “Mitch” Suzuki will soon be returning home to Japan. The immediate past-president and CEO of Shiroki North America, Inc. bid his formal good-byes last Tuesday during a luncheon held at LakeSide Resort. Akihiko Yatsushiro was introduced as his successor and the new president and CEO of the local company.After a sincere and gracious welcome to all in attendance, Suzuki offered his farewell to the crowd.“This is a happy day but a sad day as well,” said Suzuki.