now comes the difficult work of planning and execution.

: Omairi in Hondo and Sentō Shōgon.will hold its annual Bon Odori on Saturday.

Light meal and performance by Kinnara Taiko with guest performers.Hatsubon or first Obon service after the passing of a loved one.Attendees wearing yukata and happi coats will dance around the yagura as taiko drummers keep the beat.

and shaved ice during the dancing.YAMAMOTO/Rafu ShimpoAt Senshin Buddhist Temple.

000 oil lamps are lit in memory of loved ones.

Free parking is available across the street at Weemes Elementary School.presents the story of Ralph Lazo.

Duane Kubos Cruisin J-Town explores the roots of the band Hiroshima and cultural scene in pre-redevelopment Little Tokyo.and Pacific Islander communities.

through films including: The world premiere of Dissidents.this lyrical documentary follows immigrant farm laborers — Chinese.