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SUMMARY:Nisei Week Japanese Festival | Little Tokyo\, Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION:August 16–23\, 2026 \nCelebrate Japanese and Japanese American culture during Nisei Week\, a week-long celebration in Little Tokyo featuring community festivals\, cultural performances\, food\, music\, martial arts\, a grand parade\, and traditional Japanese dancing. Families can visit throughout the week for different events and activities\, culminating in the annual Ondo street dancing and closing ceremony. \nFESTIVITIES:  \nSunday\, August 16 – JX Matsuri\nKick off the festivities with a carnival-style community event at Weller Court celebrating Japanese entertainment\, food brands\, and pop culture from 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. \nSunday\, August 16 – Grand Parade\nWatch the streets of Little Tokyo come alive with Japanese dancers\, musicians\, floats\, and more during Nisei Week’s signature Grand Parade from 4:00–6:00 PM. \nFriday & Saturday\, August 21–22 – Crazy Talented Asians\nEnjoy a star-studded musical cabaret hosted by AJ Rafael celebrating the Little Tokyo community at the David Henry Hwang Theater from 7:30–9:30 PM. \nSaturday\, August 22 – Plaza Festival\nHead to the JACCC Plaza from 11:00 AM–8:00 PM for a family-friendly Japanese festival featuring food\, games\, booths\, and live entertainment. \nSaturday\, August 22 – Karate Exhibition & Tournament\nWatch karate demonstrations and competition presented by Shotokan Karate of America at Terasaki Budokan from 1:00–4:00 PM. \nSunday\, August 23 – Plaza Festival\nThe family-friendly Japanese festival continues at JACCC Plaza from 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. \nSunday\, August 23 – Hayashi Concert\nExperience traditional Japanese music as Fuji Japanese Music\, Inc. presents a Hayashi Concert featuring Grand Master Kisaku Katada IV at Rafu Chuo Gakuen School from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM. \nSunday\, August 23 – Ondo Public Street Dancing & Closing Ceremony\nJoin the festival finale on 1st Street beginning at 4:00 PM with the Japanese tradition of public street dancing\, live entertainment\, and Nisei Week’s closing ceremony. \n————— \nBefore You Go: Check with the event host or organizer for the most up-to-date details before attending. \nLooking for more family fun? Explore more family-friendly events on our blog\, browse our calendar\, check out limited-time exhibits and experiences\, or subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates. \n 
URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/nisei-week-japanese-festival-little-tokyo-los-angeles/
LOCATION:Little Tokyo
CATEGORIES:* Free Events,* Weekend Event,• Cultural Events,• Festivals
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