Shes as busy as ever with tournaments.

The display of the magnificent kazari from Sendai at the JACCC is made possible by a special sponorship by Shiramatsuga Monaka.at the Japanese American Cultural Community Center.

Kazari not registered by the deadline will not be eligible for the contest and will be for display only.streamers) and quality of construction.Kazari will be judged on—representation of the theme.

This year marks a new location for the festival.proudly display three of the 2024 kazari winners.

Maximum height is 8 feet; maximum width is 22 inches; maximum weight is 8 pounds.

The kazari will be displayed but will not be eligible for the contest.We in NCRR loved eating and meeting at Mitsuru Grill.

— Bill WatanabeMy recollections go back to the mid-1990s after JANM opened and Mitsuru Grill quickly became a favorite go-to for the many volunteers who experienced a warm sense of community by the staff and the oversized booths were comfortable to hang out as long as we wanted to.Message from Mitsuru GrillOur beautiful restaurant will be closing its doors on Aug.

But real comfort food is not just about food but a place where community and connection can take place.NCRR members would meet up at Mitsuru Grill to eat and unwind after meetings.