Holliday gift season is just around the corner. Around the corner at the Little Tokyo Street Fair, to be exact. The fair is returning November 23rd, to Weller Court, sharing space with the Ellison S. Onizuka monument, honoring NASA’s first Japanese-American astronaut.
Located on 2nd and San Pedro Streets at The Little Tokyo Street Fair offers a diverse range of vendors, from traditional Japanese goods to contemporary art and fashion.
Everything from handcrafted ceramics and unique souvenirs to the delicious Japanese Cuisine, like all-you-can -eat Wagyu, sushi, drinks and the full service grocery market can be found inside of Weller Court, where the street fair takes place.
In full view of the street, each kiosk offers something truly unique, making the street fair an absolute treasure hunt of Japanese culture for and heartfelt mementos.
One such enchanted item at the fair is the highly sought after, potted plant by Bozu, a family-run business that specializes in curating exotic plants and pairing them with one-of-a-kind handcrafted pots.
Each BOZU design is unique, personally selected to match its new owner. Some of their plants, such as the sacred bonsai, are believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
The attention to detail and the artistry involved in each piece make them truly special gifts and great room mates.
Bailey Kikuchi and Kenneth Higashi are the co-owners of Kiosk Boys, a one-of-one custom clothing line blending urban fashion with art and musical influences.
Kiosk Boys designs are made to stand out from the crowd, and no two designs are alike.
Free tastings, art, jewelry, psychics and other artisan crafts may also be found at the fair.
Shopping for gifts at the Little Tokyo Street Fair means not only buying a gift, but supporting a local, family business while contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of Little Tokyo all at once.
And it comes with the joy of early holiday shopping.
