The Japanese American National Museum presented its annual Natsumatsuri Family Festival on Aug. 16 in conjunction with Nisei Week.

As the main building is closed for renovation, activities were held in the Democracy Center and the Norman Y. Mineta Democracy Plaza.

An Obon lecture and community dance was held in MOCA Geffen Plaza, led by Elaine Fukumoto. Everyone was invited to join in.

Author and professional drift racing driver Nadine Sachiko Hsu read from her new book, “Sachiko and the Bully,” Part 2 of her “Sachiko Goes Racing” series.

The Cold Tofu comedy group performed skits based on audience suggestions and also had members of the audience participate.

Old Japanese Car Meet hosted a Hot Wheels Race Track for die-cast races with scaled speeds.

Guests got a chance to make and de

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