Beneath traditional Japanese lanterns and the shade of trees, the Little Tokyo Street Fair unfolds.
This quarterly event transforms the passageway that marks the entrance just outside Weller Court and is bordered by the Ellison S. Onizuka monument at 2nd and San Pedro Streets.
Discovering everything from handcrafted ceramics and unique souvenirs to delicious Japanese cuisine, Little Tokyo Street Fair offers a diverse tapestry of traditional and contemporary community offerings.
Each kiosk at the fair keeps a steady crowd of rotating buyers, visible from the street, making the street fair as much an exploration of Little Tokyo as a heartfelt expression of local talent.
Bozu Luck is Good for the City
Among the assortment of discoveries, one captivating highlight is the potted plant collection by Bozu, a family-run business specializing in curating handcrafted pottery with growingJapanese plant assortments.
Over the years, Bozu plants have become a DTLA-designated good luck charm due mostly to the rare chance to discover a Bozu plant in downtown, exclusively at Boxx Coffee in the Arts District and during the fair.
Certain plants offered by Bozu, like the revered bonsai, are believed to bring good fortune and prosperity, making any city dwelling complete. Each Bozu design is unique, thoughtfully selected as it resonates with its new caretaker.
Other notable vendors include Bailey Kikuchi and Kenneth Higashi, the co-owners of Kiosk Boys, who showcase their one-of-a-kind custom clothing line, blending urban fashion with art and musical influences.
Free tastings, art displays, jewelry, psychic readings, and other artisan crafts further enrich the fair’s offerings. Welcoming the soft winds of spring amongst friends and neighbors, the Little Tokyo Street Fair takes place March 29th from 12pm to 5pm at Welles Court, 123 Ellison S. Onizuka Drive.
