FYI for any of you who have a family and are interesting in a free event on 7-9 & 8-13. I plan on going to visit the museum and go to this event.

Annual summer celebration featuring Japanese and Japanese American performances, crafts, and activities.
Musical performances by LA Matsuri Taiko, Common Souls, and Shin Kawasaki
Stage magic by Johnny Wu
Basic taiko drumming and bon odori dance lessons
Airbrush and henna temporary tattoos
Free samples of saataa andaagii (Okinawan deep-fried pastries)
Happi coat photo booth
Fun crafts including origami and the ever-popular Natsumatsuri paper hats
JANM Members Only reserved seating and express lines
Free admission all day to see Above the Fold: New Expressions in Origami, Tatau: Marks of Polynesia, and Common Ground: The Heart of Community