It is a classic and was an inspiration for other car chase scenes.

Festivities also included an impromptu odori procession from Weller Court to Japanese Village Plaza.Aikido Dojo students demonstrating their techniques.

A subsequent Family Festival was held Jan.Grace Shiba and Jeff Yamazaki served as event co-chairs.JCCSC President Haru Takehana reminded those gathered that Oshogatsu is a cherished time when families and friends.

Oshogatsu has grown into a New Years Day event second only to the Pasadena Rose Parade/Rose Bowl game.the New Years program included drummers and shishimai lion dancer from the Taiko Center of L.

plus other cultural activities for all ages.

aikido and kendo demonstrations.after Dodger infielder Miguel Rojas agreed to revert back to his own rookie No.

His sparkling success at Ofunato High School made him a symbol of hope and recovery across Japan.the size of the team market and having other Japanese players on the team.

The Japanese pitching phenom and one of the most highly-sought players this offseason was officially introduced by the Dodgers as their latest signee.It has also been reported that the stability of the Dodgers organization helped seal the deal for L.