with crisp movements and humor.

we are seeing the life-changing impact of these reforms.Throughout the Sacramento region and across the nation

Claire Ohara and other drummers kept the beat during Bon Odori.Japanese clothing was not required to participate in Bon Odori.YAMAMOTO/Rafu ShimpoGARDENA —Gardena Buddhist Church held its annual Obon Festival on Aug.

Many dancers wore colorful yukata or summer kimono.Some dancers wore Shohei Ohtani jerseys.

many wearing yukata or happi coats.

a bounce house and a giant slide.who will preside over the event.

Kazue Kudo koto recital at Koyasan in Little Tokyo c.and with support of the Japanese American National Museum and Visual Communications.

a reunion of kotoists and a koto workshop for interested new players will take place at Nishi Hongwanji Buddhist Temples Kaikan.I fondly remember all the recitals at Koyasan and concerts at the Japan America Theatre.