Not in calendric sync with the other big Asian New Year celebrations (Chinese New Year, Tết, etc.), Japanese New Year traditionally brings all of the fun, festivities and tasty treats to us on the ...

Downtown New York denizens Medeski, Martin and Wood will celebrate New Year’s Eve on the other side of the world this December (and we’re not talking about the upper west side). The trio will perform ...

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - More adventures on the street with L.A. Downtown News Photographer Gary Leonard. Yesterday the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center, which is celebrating its 30th year, ...

As we approach the New Year, a time of reflection and hope, people around the world prepare to celebrate this universal holiday. Each culture has its own unique customs and traditions for ringing in ...