the Nisei Week Japanese Festival features a Grand Parade.

donated a beautiful temple bell that is still used today.actor George Takei of Star Trek fame shared his personal history with the students of Wisteria Chugakko.

it held a virtual Obon in 2021.our 2022 ‘Welcome Back Obon was something that was needed.and this should never be underestimated.

serves as a way for youth to learn more about their history.the temple bell has been rung 108 times in a New Years Eve Buddhist tradition that symbolizes the cleansing of suffering.

these auspicious times did not last.

Many temple members had to evacuate their homes.(Hope I am right behind you!!!)Thank you.

Mitsuru stored all the Little Tokyo Public Safety Association equipment for the volunteer patrol and became a center point for the community.As fellow Japanese community members.

— Michael OkamuraDear Mamoru and the Mitsuru Grill Family.We remember the times with our mothers.