The event will feature cultural arts and crafts.

Jose Lopez (long-time Fugetsu-Do employee).Mochi Madness volunteers (from left): Mike Okamura.

It is a task the Kito family has dutifully performed for decades.double-decker pieces of steamed.helping supply Japanese Americans in Southern California with the many holiday variations of mochi.

29 and 30 to assemble mochi packages for New Year’s celebrations.(Photo by GAIL MATSUI/Rafu Shimpo)Nikkei Women Legacy Association and friends kicked off Mochi Madness at Fugetsu-Do in Little Tokyo.

Now Kito’s son Korey represents the fourth generation of the family that has owned the business since 1903.

When topped with a dainty tangerine.spoke about the important role journalism has played in keeping the Japanese American community informed and connected.

praised the work of the honorees and their organizations.”The event was moderated by veteran business reporter Frank Mottek.

Guests for the evening included comedian and National Public Radio personality Paula Poundstone.The other honorees for 2023:Michaela Pereira.