2022 1st Annual Nikkei Celebration Festival Event in Boyle Heights (Parade, Public Ondo, Entertainment & Performances..) SundayNEW

1st Annual Nikkei Celebration Festival Event in Boyle Heights. Boyle Heights Community Partners along with the Little Tokyo Historical Society will host this amazing culture and historical event in DTLA's storied Boyle Heights Neighborhood.

Parade Route
Starting at 3pm on Sunday August 7th at Saratoga on East First St with a parade that will end at Otomisan  Restaurant (Boyle Heights landmark restaurant) located at 2506 1/2 E. 1st St. LA 90033.

After The Parade, Entertainment & Performances
After the parade, cultural entertainment and performances will take place . The street will be closed in front of Otomisan restaurant and a stage will be setup (that's where entertainment and performances will take place.).  Community personalities, clubs, groups and organizations will be in the parade.  Hope this helps. 

Ondo Dancing
A PUBLIC ONDO starts at 6pm.  Another Chance to Dance" this summer dance season.... Our Skid Row-kyo Mission "Little Tokyo Dance Club" has been asked to lead the Ondo (Japanese Festival Dancing). Ryujin Taiko will be on the "yagura" and dancing will be a mix of traditional and Pop Ondo.

Mark your calendar Sunday August 7th 6pm for Another Chance to Dance...

Festival Event Date
August 7, 2022 - Sunday

Festival Event Time
3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Festival Schedule
3:00 pm: Parade Starts at: Saratoga on East First St to Otomisan Restaurant
After Parade: Entertainment & Performances
6:00 pm: Public Ondo Dancing 

Where to Park? 
Street Parking only (no designated parking)

Where to Sit?
The street will be closed in front of the restaurant and a stage will be setup (that's where entertainment and performances will take place.).

Tips: Recommended to bring blankets to sit on the sidewalk or chairs for the parade.  Limited seating.  

More Information
www.skidrow-kyo.org

References
Otomisan Restaurant - Landmark

Event Title
2022 1st Annual Nikkei Celebration Festival Event in Boyle Heights (Parade, Public Ondo, Entertainment & Performances..) Sunday