the streets of Little Tokyo bore witness to a powerful symbol of heritage.

warm lights from the festival booths bathed the crowd in a comforting glow.emphasizing the martial arts unique ability to hone both ones mind and body.

The center was also rewarded with a certificate of recognition for the festival from the City of Los Angeles.boasting skillful matcha-whisking skills while honoring the sacred art of tea-making.When the sun finally dipped below the horizon.

provided by a representative of City Councilmember Imelda Padilla.By EMIKO ESSMILLERRAFU CONTRIBUTORTea ceremonies and kendo demonstrations and taiko performances.

oh my!Valley Japanese Community Centers annual Obon Festival took place over the weekend of June 22 and 23.

By the time the second session of the Bon Odori started.president of Friends and Families of Nisei Veterans.

gave a history of Dad that only a son can share.Everyone gave their individual responses.

Yoshs view is one that I hope speaks to healing that rift.Daughter Linda and son Dan seen sitting at left facing Yosh.