and former Cerritos Mayor Mark Pulido.

the visitors from Japan even had an unscheduled visit from Santa Claus.Report and photos by MIKEY HIRANO CULROSSOne word summed up the reaction from several spectators at the annual Tournament of Roses Bandfest at Pasadena City College on Monday.

it was a primer into why this marching unit has gained worldwide fame.but has earned a global following that marvels at their impeccable musicianship and high-energy marching routines.Fondly nicknamed the Orange Devils because of their persimmon-toned uniforms.

The Kyoto Tachibana Green Band returns for the 2025 Rose Parade.Wow!For those seeing – and hearing – the band from Kyoto Tachibana High School for the first time.

the Tachibana groups signature number is a thundering rendition of Benny Goodmans arrangement of Sing.

Their visits to Southern California usually include a performance art Disneyland and a concert in Orange County.through the efforts of the OMalley family.

most of which he deferred so that the team could sign Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto for another $300 million! All Dodger fans began to dream big for the post-season and perhaps a world championship!The Dodger organization.and because of the thin air and altitude.

the perception of Japanese baseball in America was regarded as not MLB-level – perhaps more at the Triple-A level of the minor leagues.Ichiro has shown without a doubt that elite Japanese players are no longer Triple-A level but equal to the best players in MLB.