JACCC Welcomes the Year of the Dragon

Founded in 1971, the JACCC is the largest Asian American cultural center of its kind in the U.S. and is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American arts. JACCC is home to a number of civic and arts organizations and serves as the cultural and community focal point of Japanese Americans throughout Southern California.

Kotohajime
Sunday, 01.08.12, 1pm

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with Hatsu-Kaze (First Wind), an artistic journey through Western and Eastern performing arts and traditions, curated by the creative vision of JACCC Artistic Director and Pacific Standard Time artistHirokazu Kosaka.

Performances by: Kim Eung Hwa Dance Academy & Performing Arts School, The Professional Training Program students of The Colburn School's The Trudl Zipper Dance Institute, Katada Kikusa, Jyorokusho Kineya, Yasoyo Kineya II, and IKKYUof the Los Angeles Kyudo Archery Group.

JACCC Plaza
Admission Free

14th Annual Shikishi Exhibition
Sunday, 01.08 - Sunday, 02.05.12

DEADLINE FOR ART SUBMISSION EXTENDED!

In celebration of the New Year, the JACCC distributes shikishi to members of the community to participate in a very unique exhibition, expressing hope for the New Year or a variation on the theme of Hatsu-Kaze (First Wind).

Submissions for the exhibit are accepted through Tuesday, January 3, 2012. The use of the standard-size shikishi is the only requirement for participation. Click hereto find out how to enter.

George J. Doizaki Gallery
Admission Free

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