2013 nsf booklet

Welcome to the 40th AnnuAl NihoNmachi Street Fair! “For The Community, Embracing All Communities”

this weekend, we celebrate a monumental achievement - the 40th anniversary of the nihonmachi Street Fair! this J-town festival would never have attained this milestone without the support of community organizations, Japantown businesses, the City of San Francisco, and all of you, the people who volunteer, work at community booths, and just plain party! For this the 2013 nihonmachi Street Fair committee thanks you...and all those who have come before. For this, the 2013 nihonmachi Street Fair committee thanks you...and all those who have come before.

On this 40th weekend, we recall the early years. the first ever Street Fair in 1973 was driven by the vision of brothers Ron and Kenny Kanzaki and Steve nakajo to put together a festival organized by Asian American youth. that inaugural event literally took over Buchanan Street in Japantown, at a time before street closure permits, health inspections, or any reasonable “official permission.” People and organizations with a will to ignite social change and make a statement for unity descended on J-town and just started doing it!

now, thanks to collaborators such as Clear Channel and the San Francisco Municipal transportation Agency, placards and billboards for the 40th Annual nihonmachi Street Fair have appeared throughout San Francisco. the historic San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts theater was the stage for world-renowned hawaiian musical artists, Raiatea helm, nathan Aweau, and Steven Espaniola, who performed at the “Aloha by the Bay” Street Fair fundraiser. It’s truly remarkable that 40 years ago one revolutionary spark set in motion creative ideas and a community movement that have spread throughout the City, the Bay Area, and beyond.

Of course, the nihonmachi Street Fair owes its longevity to the people committed to social service and cultural sensitivity. this is evident in the community organizations that have been at the core of the Fair - the Japanese Community Youth Council, Kimochi senior services, nihonmachi little Friends daycare, API legal Outreach, Asian American Recovery Services, the Japantown Art & Media Workskhop, and so many others over the years. We honor them for leading Asian Americans to self- determination in their social care and community-building.

We also again take joy and inspiration from our Asian American and Pacific Islander culture. Great performances by musicians and cultural performing artists have graced the Street Fair stages, where greatness is measured not only by skill, but by passion and heart. Azteca, hiroshima, the Pete Escovedo Family, Flip nunez, the Asian Persuasions, and many more have performed legendary sets. But equally inspiring is the long time support of “our” stars like Rendezvous, Pulse, Big City Revue, lady Red, Colette Ikemi and the talented newcomers like tracy Cruz, Mango Kingz, and Johnny hi-Fi. We celebrate, too, our artisans and artists, who express our culture with vision and creativity, especially those Street Fair stalwarts like the JCYC and Kimochi Ceramics classes, Waka Ozawa, Creative Accents, and Sumofish.

We thank you all for your ongoing support. We thank you for your dedication to the struggle to make this Fair and J-town something meaningful and special. We thank you for solidifying the future of our community. We thank you for 40 years of spirit.

When I think of NSF, I think of family, community, and fun. I

have fond memories of going to the festival as a child with my family, and found myself later in life getting involved in volunteering at the festival. NSF is one weekend out of the year, that you know you can take your family out and be guaranteed to have fun, eat delicious food, run into old friends, make new friends, and just feel at home.“

— Shana Kanzaki, Program Director

Chibi Chan Preschool

3One of the longest Running Community Fairs in the City!

To me, the Nihonmachi Street Fair means community. I am honored

to be a part of a festival that continues to perpetuate its original philosophy of providing leadership opportunities for the youth of our community, in addition to showcasing and celebrating the rich multi-cultural people and talents that make up our community. Congratulations Nihonmachi Street Fair!”

— Erika Tamura, NSF Board Member, Program

Director for Japantown Youth Leaders (JYL), Tomodachi Summer

& Teen Program (TOMO), Nikkei Community Internship (NCI)

Nihonmachi Street Fair started as Steve Nakajo’s SF State class project for

J-Town. Community groups, not businesses, came together to present a festival for a community that had been displaced by redevelopment. Even though we don’t live there, we can still come together in Jtown as a community.”

— Dennis Taniguchi, Past Director of JAM Workshop

From way back then...

Until now.

Welcome

Welcome to the 40th year of the Nihonmachi Street Fair!

I can remember when the Street Fair first started back in May of 1973. Most of the current members of the Board, Staff, and myself, were just teenagers. I could remember the many meetings Steve nakajo, Ron and Kenny Kanzaki would have at the JCYC building located at 2012 Pine St. Steve, Ron and Kenny explained to many of us, other young volunteers and students from SF State’s Asian American class, the purpose of nihonmachi Street Fair, which was to bring together the Asian/Pacific Community organizations, musicians, performers and artists by giving them the opportunity to showcase their agencies and talents to San Francisco and the entire Bay Area.

the nihonmachi Street Fair aims to ensure its existence for many, many generations to come, by teaching, training, and having the current and future young volunteers participate in the organizing, coordinating, mentoring and planning process of the Street Fair. hopefully, they will learn these skills, along with many other skills, and the “Community Spirit” of volunteering, to help them to be the leaders of today and tomorrow.

As the Street Fair continues to grow, we are looking forward to our continued partnership with the local businesses, corporations, city agencies, and with non-profit organizations, such as: Asian heritage Street Celebration, Pistahan and the Cherry Blossom Festival.

On behalf of the Board, we hope you enjoy all the food, entertainment, Asian Artisans, Children’s World, the participating organizations, our “Doggie World” area, each other’s company, and most of all, “the Spirit of Community.”

thank you for celebrating the 40th year of the nihonmachi Street Fair.

Sincerely,

Richard “Juebop” Jue, Chairman of the Board of Directors Nihonmachi Street Fair

40th Annual nihonmachi Street Fair - August 3 & 4, 20134

celebrating 40 Years...The 40th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair invites the public to join us and celebrate our past, present, and future through education, service, entertainment, and fun!

Food Fest: local nonprofit organizations and small businesses serve various food items, including kabobs and BBQ, plate lunches, boba drinks, and kettle corn. Offering a mix of Asian Pacific flavors and American street fair delights, this year’s food vendors include Kimochi, JapaCurry, how Ya Bean, Got Plate lunch, Saigon BBQ, and Jane’s Fresh Icy Boba. local non-profit organizations like the nakayoshi Young Professionals, and Asian American Recovery Services will sell food as fundraisers for their organizations.

Entertainment: From traditional hula dancing to jazz, reggae and hip-hop music acts, the event is known for its exciting and live performances. Attendees can catch a variety of dance demonstrations and cultural displays on two separate stages, the Webster Street Stage and the Clear Channel Cultural Stage.

Children’s World: this section of the fair features Asian-inspired crafts and games that kids and families can participate in together. the 2013 northern California Cherry Blossom Queen and her court will oversee the fun. the kids can learn about different cultures through fun activities, while being introduced to the nihonmachi Street Fair experience, with the hope that they too will someday return to volunteer for the event when they get older.

Doggie World: After a successful debut at last year’s event, this year’s Doggie World has been expanded. local animal experts and adoption agencies will be on hand to offer tips and information, and all are invited to enter their pups in the second annual Doggie World Pageant and Parade. this year’s proceeds from the Doggie World Pageant will benefit San Francisco Animal Care & Control. to register for the pageant and parade, please visit our Doggie World booth.

Asian Artisans: Participants can browse for fine handmade crafts, toys, clothing and other goods for sale in the Asian Artisans area, as well as meet the artists themselves, who come from all over the Bay Area and beyond; some of whom have been participants in the nihonmachi Street Fair for more than 20 years. Some of the artisans at this year’s street fair include: A Bit of Aloha, BokChoy Apparel, Fat Rabbit Farm, Kimochi Inc., Sumofish, Waka by Waka Ozawa, and Pomegranate Designs.

Nonprofit and Corporate Info Tables: nihonmachi Street Fair features information tables for both non-profit and corporate organizations. this is a wonderful opportunity for fair attendees to learn more about various organizations, as well as for organizations to get involved in community outreach and network with a diverse crowd of youth, families, and seniors. non-profit organizations including the Asian American Donor Program, Asian Women’s Shelter, Parents, Families and Friends of lesbians and Gays, nihonmachi little Friends, the San Francisco Police Department, will host information tables at this year’s event.

40 years ago, a new, cultural movement juxtaposed with my historic J-Town neighborhood influenced my identity more than I realized. NSF brought me closer to brotherhood than motherland; opened my soul to R&B instead of rock & roll; and blew my mind with work from Wong, not Warhol. NSF never followed

tradition. This is the proud legacy that will always keep NSF relevant for generations to come.” — Chris Hirano, Major Gifts Officer at Ronald McDonald House at Stanford


PG&E is proud to partner with the Nihonmachi Street Fair. Thank you for all of the great work

that you do on behalf of the community. At PG&E we believe it’s just as important to bring

energy to a community through our partnerships as it is through our power lines.

A Cut Above

makes its san Francisco debut at the nihonmachi street Fair! its members are carl henderson, alejandro canady, anthony Dillard & charles “Phil” nicholas (band leader for big city revue). this bay area vocal collaboration brings you back with some of the r&b classics audiences all know and love... balanced with some of today’s newer vocal songs... Part of a cut above’s story in forming is founding member anthony Dillard calling on charles “Phil” nicholas and challenging him ... or more like “daring” him to join the group to work on his “dancing skills” while singing! it all makes for a fun and spontaneous show in the classic vocal group harmony and choreography style!

Ascension

ascension is an r&b/Funk-oriented cover band that is jam packed with talent and experience. comprised of a hand-selected group of incredible artists, ascension is a diverse group that is committed to consistently delivering mind-blowing performances. the line-up includes the powerful vocals of Judy Padilla and ezekiel

“Ziek” mccarter. on keys and background vocals is rick Dorer and the smooth, classically trained christian houston. the outstanding bass lineup and beats are produced by oshimin oden and laDante smith, who keep the party jumping. the band is rounded out by the professional guitar tunes of chis meek.

Ben Ahn

born and raised on the island of Kaua`i, ben studied the piano, trumpet, and baritone before taking up his four-stringed love. he moved to oregon in 1999 to study at southern oregon University, where he began to take the stage regularly with a band, “melemana.” With ben on lead vocals and lead ‘ukulele, the five-person

group became a regular headliner in the local bar scene and recorded two self-produced albums before separating in 2004.

Big City Revue

the band’s unparalleled passion and enthusiasm to entertain, combined with solid, stellar performances, keeps this group in constant demand. big city revue has traveled the world over, delivering their own diversified and dynamic musical style of motown ‘60s, Disco ‘70s, ‘80s retro, ‘90s and current hits.

Webster Street Stage

Saturday, August 3 11am Kevin Wong

& The Bassment

Noon JAM

1:00 pm SOL

2:00 pm Johnny Hi-Fi

3:00 pm Rendezvous

4:00 pm Tracy Cruz

5:00 pm Ascension

**ALL Day Saturday (between sets) Featuring DJ Deeandroid (Diane Medina)

Sunday, August 4 11am TBD

Noon Pulse

1:30 pm L.P.

3:00-3:30 A Cut Above

3:30-4:30 Big City Revue

5:00 pm Five Point 0

Clear Channel Cultural Stage

Saturday, August 3 11am West Coast Lion Dance

(Chinese Lion Dance)

11:30 am Ben Ahn

12:30 pm Motherland Nepal presents Nepalese Folk Dance

1:15 pm Ke’Olu Makani San Francsco with JD (Hawaiian)

2:00 pm Divas SF

3:00 pm Kariktan (Filipino)

4:00 pm The Brown Sugar Reggae Band

5:00 pm TBD

Sunday, August 4 11am San Mateo Miwa-Kai &

Fairfield Mireisen-Kai (Japanese)

11:30 am Steven Espaniola (Hawaiian)

12:15 pm Kapalakiko Hawaiian Band

1:00 pm Doggie Pageant & Parade

2:30 pm TBD

3:00 pm TBD

3:30 pm Moana (Hawaiian)

4:00 pm One A-Chord

5:00 pm Mango Kingz

Stage Schedules Performers and times subject to change.

Performing at the first Nihonmachi Street Fair, Colette Ikemi-Osaki.

entertainment

Uncle Charley Kiaha (Clear Channel Cultural Stage MC)

charles Kiaha, known to many as “Uncle charley,” hails from from honolulu, hawai`i, and has been a resident of california since 1967. sharing and teaching hawaiian music for more than a decade and performing and singing hawaiian music with ilima lei russell as “moana,” charles’ commitment to the hawaiian culture and the Pacific islander communities is matched only by his loyalty to the “aloha spirit” in all of us.


The Brown Sugar Reggae Band

ata’ataoletaeao, daughter of samoan and african american parents, grew up in san Francisco with a rich Pacific island heritage. she leads the brown suga reggae band with her sisters marjorie and latrice on backup vocals, and accompanied by a stable of tight sF pro musicians. together they play their brand of

Pacific island soul reggae, and funk.

DJ Deeandroid

DJ Deeandroid, a bay area native, began studying DJ foundations in 1997, and began her DJ career 16 years ago, performing at hip hop shows, community events and DJ workshops in 2001. Deeandroid loves working with the community and the youth, doing one-time DJ presentations and DJ classes for after school DJ programs with

elementary, jr. high and high school students in the bay area.

Five Point 0 Band

a collective of bay area musicians who have been together for the last 16 years, they have performed with many artists such as the legendary James brown and ray charles. the message that they bring to all audiences young and old has been simply to “have a good time!”

JAM

Jam consists of a variety of talented musicians with a wide range of experience in the music industry. based out of northern california, the band tours the West and east coast and thrills their audiences with all original music. their music genre varies from rock to blues to a latin

influence sound that is an upbeat feel good type of genre.

Johnny Hi-FI

With 10 albums/ePs and numerous north america and asia tours under their belt, Johnny hi-Fi’s alternative rock sound has captured fans all over the world. the band has made countless appearances on mtV, myxtV, billboard magazine, Performer magazine and the new York times. they have also performed in more than 50 Us cities and

in china, Japan, taiwan, hong Kong and canada. Johnny hi-Fi is now based in los angeles and currently working on new albums, music videos and tours.

Kapalakiko Hawaiian Band

the Kapalakiko hawaiian band is an ohana [family] of hawaiian music performers made up mostly of overseas hawaiians and hawaiians at heart who are working to preserve and perpetuate

the unique hawaiian culture and local lifestyle. the basic performing unit of the band is a trio, but can be tailored to fit your event. We come with our aloha colors and our own sound system, so performances can be either acoustical or amplified electronically.

Kariktan Dance Company

a not for profit organization based in concord, california, who’s goal is to promote Philippine culture through dance and music by means of its members, consisting at the present time of 33 young adults ranging from age 10 to 22, and their families. it helps young Filipino-americans learn about the cultural traditions of their homeland

and helps to provide them with the opportunity to experience the richness and diversity of their native culture and instill pride in their heritage.

Ke ‘Olu Makani San Francisco

halau Ke ‘olu makani o mauna loa is based in Kilau’ea Volcano, hawai’i. the halau is under the direction of Kumu hula meleana manuel. Kumu meleana received her ‘uniki from hula master george lanakilakeikiahiali’i na’ope. the halau is currently in its 21st year and also has divisions in several areas of

Japan. Ke ‘olu makani o mauna loa was started in 1990. With a promise to her Kumu, Kumu meleana opened the halau in order to perpetuate the hawaiian culture and carry on the lineage of her hula tree. their mission is to enlighten, encourage and educate all that seek knowledge through hula.

Kevin Wong & the BASSment

Kevin Wong & the bassment is composed of musicians who combine innate talent with sparkling original tunes, humor, style, and a dynamic musical signature that has garnered acclaim from the moment they first took the stage years ago. guitarist cedricke Dennis, drummer Dante mcclinton and key bassist/organist and

bandleader Kevin Wong make up one of the most unique & versatile bands. Kevin Wong & the bassment combines jazz, blues, funk, soul, & everything in between to create a tasteful melange of musical chemistry.

Entertainment / Continued

Growing up in Japantown, the Nihonmachi Street Fair was always a highlight of my year. However, since becoming a member of

the organizing committee, I have come to a greater appreciation of what street fair means to me. Street fair to me means ALOHA. The ALOHA needed to bridge cultures, generations, even neighborhoods. It is this spirit of ALOHA that I strive to share. Especially with our youth so they can carry on and spread the ALOHA for years to come.”

— Will Chu, NSF Entertainment Director

Clear Channel Cultural Stage


Pulse

Pulse is probably best known as the house band at the Kanzaki lounge in san Francisco’s Japantown. With outlets for music like the Kanzaki lounge, asian american bands flourished in the bay area in the 1980s. at that time, Pulse was one of the most recognizable names playing at various dance events, street fairs and nightclubs. as a tribute

tothe Kanzaki lounge days, Pulse will be featuring some of those ‘80s rock hits.

Rendezvous

come get down and groove to the jammin’ sounds of rendezvous! bringing the party to san Francisco bay area shows since 1995, rendezvous has been igniting the dance floors, and jumping the crowds out of their seats with

their vibrant vocals and highly spirited, upbeat performances. they are sure to get you shaking your hips and tapping your feet to your all-time favorites as you dance the day and night away!

San Mateo Miwa-Kai

miwa-Kai odori (dance) group originated in 1992 to promote the cultural and educational aspect of Japanese dance know as minyo buyo. minyo buyo is a semi-classic, folk dance style that tells stories dating back to historical times in Japan. miwa-Kai has been promoting the beauty and artistry of this dance style by appearing in a variety of community and cultural events all over the bay area, hawai‘i and minnesota. margaret miwako iwamoto-sensei has been dancing for over 40 years and just celebrated the group’s 20th anniversary last July.

Sol

sol’s infectious latin beat warms the soul of all audiences and gets people dancing to the rhythms of salsa and latin rock. led by the versatile singers Javier claudio and myrna Farias, sol covers popular songs from santana to celia cruz and tito Puente to tower of Power. the high

energy band is driven by ten musicians, including latin percussionists and four horn players.

Steven Espaniola

raised in aliamanu, hawai’i and now residing in the california bay area, steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in Ki ho’alu (hawaiian slack Key guitar), ‘Ukulele, Upright bass, and leo Ki’e Ki’e (traditional hawaiian falsetto). of hawaiian, Filipino and spanish decent, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound, which

preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern.

LP

the lP “live Performance” band is one of sF bay area’s talented groove bands, sharing their musical skills for over 10 years. Known for their vivacious sound of Funk, motown r&b, and top40 along with favorite cover-songs from the 60’s to present, their passion for good music keeps the crowd captivated

and ultimately singing along with every note! among the members are seasoned professionals having shared the stage with the Whispers,tower of Power, Pete escovedo, conFunkshun, lava and enVivo.

Mango Kingz

the mango Kingz are a group of five guys who have come together with the common passion for island style music and spreading aloha to those who love to groove. mix Jawaiian reggae beats and catchy lyrics together and you get what the mango Kingz are known for, that feel-good “island Flava” music. their music combines

intricate vocal harmonies and an upbeat island tune for a style that appeals to the masses. With that in mind, for 14 years strong, they’ve been working towards that dream to “spread a little aloha around the world.”

Mireisen-Kai

traditional Japanese dance group mireisen-Kai was formed in 1982 by head instructor reiko Kanai. most of the group’s members are from the Fairfield and Vallejo area and donate the majority of their time performing at schools, senior centers and care homes. they have travelled to hawaii and Japan and are excited to now have the

opportunity to perform at the 40th annual nihonmachi street Fair.

Motherland Nepal

motherland nepal is a california licensed non-profit (501c) organization based in the east bay area of san Francisco, established in 2002 with the goal to promote and preserve the social aspects of the nepalese in america as well as to enhance the relationship between the american and nepalese communities, education to poor students, conflict sufferers, protection of the human rights and establishment of peace and democracy in nepal and establishing various social, educational and cultural activities in the bay area.

One A-Chord

as monterey’s premier island reggae band, one a-chorD has wasted no time in spreading their fusion of Polynesian reggae vibe and island-style sounds, rocking the cities of northern california.


To me, participating in the Fair is about community, tradition, family, friends, respect, and bonds. Uniting the Asian community to an annual fair that has become tradition for 40 years. An opportunity to perform for my friends and family and to meet new people and make new contacts. Over these 40 years, we have forged common bonds, people

have grown to be friends and evolved to be community/musical brothers and sisters. It is also the opportunity to support and give respect to all the artists, vendors and participants who make this event happen for our enjoyment! Congratulations to 40 great years of the Nihonmachi Street Fair! Best wishes for many more as this tradition continues to the next generation.”

— Carey Huang, PULSE the band


Tracy Cruz

born in Quezon city on the island of luzon in the Philippines, tracy cruz’s alluring voice is comprised of sounds old and new, resembling Jill scott’s throaty moans and sarah Vaughan’s lyrical accentuation, all while still managing to remain distinct. With a vocal range that stretches from unbelievable lows to soprano highs, tracy pulls

from her thriving passion of Filipino ballads.

West Coast Lion Dance

located in Daly city, california, the West coast lion Dance troupe was formed in 1988 by a cadre of veteran lion dancers, of which, the troupe’s leader and founder was tony shiu, who first started lion dancing in 1976. the main goal of the West coast lion Dance troupe is to pass on the traditional art of chinese lion dancing, along with

the culture and customs that makes up lion dancing.


Good food, great performances, vendors of all kinds, but most of all, community. Street Fair means reconnecting with friends and hanging

out. Street Fair makes it easy to keep in touch with the community and friends we hold dear.”

— Andrew Sumi, NSF Security Volunteer

Rick Quan was the first Chinese American television sports anchor in the united States and one of the first Asian men to be a fulltime anchor in the San Francisco bay area. During his career in San Francisco, he won two local Emmys, along with being honored by RtnDA, Associated Press and the Penninsula Press Club. Rick was named Best local tV Anchor four times by readers of the Alameda newspaper Group. he has always been very active in the community, producing videos for organizations like Kimochi’s 40th Annniversary and the video “the Art of Gaman” which was shown at the Smithsonian in 2011 featuring art work done by interned Japanese Americans during World War two.

tamiko Wong is the new Executive Director of the Oakland Asian Cultural Center, which is located in Chinatown. She is an avid supporter of the Asian and Pacific Islander American community and currently serves on the boards of OCA-San Francisco, Cherry Blossom Alumnae, and the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of no. CA. She is also on the steering committee for API Circle, which brings community members together on an inter-generational, multi-ethnic basis. tamiko is a Chinese and Japanese American San Francisco native who attended nihonmachi little Friends and the Japanese Bilingual Bicultural Program as a child. She has recently been appointed to the California Commission of Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs.

DOggIE WORLD MCS rick Quan and tamiko Wong

Doggie World is a gathering place for the four-legged members of our community to join in on the fun. local animal experts and adoption agencies are on hand to offer tips and information. In addition, we will also present a fundraiser for animal rescue efforts locally and in Japan with the 2nd annual Doggie World Pageant and Parade on Sunday starting at noon!

Pageant

JUDgESRebecca Katz - Director at SF/ACC

Chad McMurray - Pet Express store manager SF Stonestown

Trent Thiel - Pupatop PresidentVicky Mihara Avery

Marilyn Oshiro - JCCCNC Board Member

Doggie WorlD

photos courtesy of Rick Quan; Jeni Fong, Grace Image Photography

Sponsors of this year’s Doggie World:

this year’s Doggie World Pageant & Parade benefits SF Animal Care & Control.


animal rescUe organiZations

Friends of San Francisco Animal Care and Control (FSFACC) is a nonprofit established in 2000 that raises funds for the San Francisco municipal animal shelter (SF/ACC) and its rescue partners in order to enhance or establish programs and services that benefit animals and serve and educate the public. SFACC is the city’s open-admission animal shelter, providing housing, care and medical treatment to wild, exotic and domestic stray, lost, abandoned sick, injured and/or surrendered animals.

Toni’s Kitty Rescue - is an active, dedicated community of volunteers who provide foster care for sick, orphaned kittens that are too young to be considered adoptable. tKR works hand in hand with San Francisco Animal Care and Control to create and deliver life giving resources to homeless cats and kittens.

Northern California Family Dog Rescue, started in 2010, is dedicated to caring for our family-friendly dogs and ultimately finding them a forever home. their special mission to select dogs that do well with kids and adults.

Save A Bunny - believes that all companion rabbits are worthy of a safe, loving home regardless of breed purity, pedigree, or temperament. the rescue group serves both the people and animals in the community through adoption, advocacy, education, outreach, and rescue options.

Wonder Dog Rescue is a dedicated volunteer group, serving the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond, and rescuing dogs from all over northern and Central California. Wonder Dog Rescue has saved blind and deaf dogs, puppies as young as two weeks and seniors as old as 15! We offer hospice to special needs and elderly dogs, caring for them until the end of their lives.

MickaCoo Pigeon & Dove Rescue saves domestic (unreleasable) birds that would otherwise be killed in San Francisco Bay Area animal shelters. they provide vet care, foster homes, and adoptions. MickaCoo rescued 186 birds in 2012!

Any Dog Rescue of Vallejo helps any dog that needs assistance regardless of shape, size, age, or color including all mix breeds. We assist terriers, Chihuahuas, labs, Shepherds, Collies, Boxers, Pitbulls, Mastiffs etc. We get them out of shelters to save lives, find better homes if they are being abused, and assist their current home with pet coaching to improve their quality of life.

PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) believes that the healing impact of the human-animal bond is one of the best supports available for medically vulnerable individuals, and mounting evidence indicates that this bond can yield valuable health outcomes. Animal companionship becomes even more important when our human contacts diminish because of aging or illness. PAWS is able to provide needed companion animal services to hundreds of low-income San Franciscans so they continue to benefit from the healing power and unconditional love of their beloved pets.


acKnoWleDgementsThe Nihonmachi Street Fair gratefully appreciates the following for

their support this year and for the past 40 years.

sPonsors

San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee

State Senator Mark Leno

Consul General of Japan, Hiroshi Inomata

San Francisco Supervisor London Breed

San Francisco Supervisor David Chiu

San Francisco Supervisor Eric Mar

San Francisco City Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu

San Francisco Entertainment Commissioner Steven Lee

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

San Francisco Dept. of Public Works

San Francisco Police Department

San Francisco Police Department - Northern Station

San Francisco Asian Peace Officers Association

San Francisco Health Dept. - Alicia Saam

ISCOTT Members - SFMTA Engineering: Harvey Quan, Cindy Shamban, Manito Velasco, Curtis Smith, SFPD: Bernie Corry, Sgt. Mark Moreno, Officer Lynn Palmatto, SFFD: Kathy Harold, Manuel Pegueros, Entertainment Commission Cammy Blackstone

San Francisco Fire Department

San Francisco Asian Firefighters

San Francisco Sheriff’s Department

San Francisco Recreation & Park Department

Abbey Rents

A&R Rental

All American Trophy

Aloha Warehouse

DBI Beverages

Drake Bar & Lounge - Steven Lee

Houghston Engineering

Kinokuniya Bookstores of America - Richard Matsuno

MIF Insurance

Mums

Nihonmachi Parking Corporation - Jim Yonemoto

Paper Tree

San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Sound Innovations

Sundance Cinemas

SumoFish - Brandt Fuse

Union Bank

2013 No. CA Cherry Blossom Queen & Court

API Legal Outreach

Japan Center Garage

Japanese Community Youth Council

Japanese Cultural & Community Center of No. CA

JAM Workshop

Japantown Merchants Association - Richard Hashimoto

Japantown Task Force - Bob Hamaguchi

Kimochi, Inc.

National Association of Asian American Professionals

National Japanese American Historical Society

Nihonmachi Little Friends

No. CA Cherry Blossom Festival

No. CA Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce

SF Animal Care & Control

San Francisco Japantown Foundation

Christopher Do

Ted Fang

Susie Willemsz-Geeroms

Daryl Higashi

Ron, Kenny & Sumi Kanzaki

Paul Miyamoto

Sandy Mori

Jeff Mori

Steve Nakajo

Beverly Ng

Wes Nihei

Angela Pang

Al Perez

Dean Ito Taylor

Rich Tokeshi

Thomas Uyemoto, DDS

Leland Wong

Tamiko Wong

Peter Yamamoto

One Brick

Heart in Motion

Community Access Plus

buildOn (Balboa High School)

Westmoor FBLA (Westmoor High School)

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2013

NJAHS to exhibit historical NSF poster art

the national Japanese American historical Society will present an exhibit of more than 30 years of nihonmachi Street Fair screen-print poster art by leland Wong. the “From the Mist” exhibit features “colorful, bold, and imaginative original works” by Wong, and will be exhibited at the nJAhS Peace Gallery, which is located at 1684 Post St. in San Francisco’s Japantown, through Friday, Jan. 31, 2014.

A potluck opening reception will take place Saturday, Aug. 3, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. the nJAhS Interns Digital Storytelling premiere will take placeSaturday, Aug. 3, from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, call (415) 921-5007 or visit njahs.org.

Help Support the Community by Being a Sponsor

Being a corporate / business sponsor at the nihonmachi Street Fair is a wonderful way to show your support to the Asian/Pacific communities here in San Francisco. the nihonmachi Street Fair offers a unique opportunity to reach the Asian/Pacific market face to face. having a presence at next year’s event will position your company as a committed supporter to the Asian/Pacific community and provide visibility and exposure to a targeted audience.

Depending on the sponsorship level, your business will have an opportunity to be included in our press releases, website, marketing materials, public service announcements and visible banners at the event.

nihonmachi Street Fair is a 501(c)3 non Profit Organization. tax ID: 94-3088515

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor at next year’s 41st Annual nihonmachi Street Fair or would like to request a sponsorship packet, please contact: Diego Emir Garcia, [email protected], (415) 771-9861.

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this year, the nihonmachi Street Fair lost 3 wonderful individuals...sons, fathers, brothers, mentors, and teachers. Each gave back to their communities in more ways than one. We will miss their physical presence, but Dad DaSilva, Randy & Pua will forever be in our hearts, and this year’s 40th Annual nihonmachi Street Fair is dedicated in their memory.

remembrances...

Jeronimo “Dad” DaSIlva “Who’s that senior gentleman who is always folding tshirts at the nSF tshirt booth?” Fair attendees may not have known Pat Fong’s father by name, but his warm smile and gentle eyes caught the attention of many. Dad was a fixture in the tshirt booth for many years, working side-by-side with his wife Beliza “Mom,” whom we lost 8 years ago, and sadly his daughter Ann who passed away much too young. Dad may have not said much, but his eyes said it all. love you Dad and thank you for your volunteer spirit that continues to inspire your nSF family.

Randall Dacoscos the nihonmachi Street Fair was truly blessed to have been introduced to Randy Dacoscos 3 years ago. he along with his talented ukelele group, Mele Ohana ukelele would make the trek from Southern California to bring the Aloha Spirit to our Fair. Randy not only shared his love of hawaiian music to all of us but also touched our hearts with his devotion to his ohana (family). thank you opening your heart and letting the nSF be a part of your ohana.

Ron “Pua” Patrocinio Our Japantown Community is saddened by the news of the loss of beloved hula instructor, Ron “Pua” Patrocinio. Pua’s Japanese Cultural & Community Center of no. CA hula class created a community of dancers of all ages that celebrated the tradition and culture of hawaiian hula. he brought his dancers to share the aloha spirit at the nihonmachi Street Fair and many other community festivals. his smiling face, vivacious energy, and addictive laughter always inspired those around him to be more positive people. Your dancers will continue your legacy in the Japantown Community. Your spirit will dance in everyone’s hearts forever.

TENROKU SUSHI1825 Post Street, #215

San Francisco, CA 94115Tel: (415)673-1328

www.tenrokusushi.com

On Saturday, June 22 the nihonmachi Street Fair brought together on stage, award-winning hawaiian recording artists Raiatea helm, nathan Aweau and Steven Espaniola as part of nihonmachi Street Fair’s “Aloha by the Bay“ Music Series. held at the Palace of Fine Arts, this event was the first performance of the series, with additional concerts to follow.

Next Aloha by the Bay concert coming in Winter 2013.

Look for details on our website: www.nihonmachistreetfair.org/

To me, the Nihonmachi Street Fair is hard work, commitment, giving back to our community, and a lot of fun. This is my second year of getting to work the fair. It’s even more special to me this year because I’m now 14 years old and it’s the same age my dad (Ryan Quan) started to volunteer to

work for the fair. I hope to be a part of the NSF family for many years to come.”— Grif Quan, NSF Security Volunteer

I have been attending the Nihonmachi Street Fair ever since I was born. To me, the Nihonmachi Street Fair is a

place where kids, teens and adults can hang out and have fun. It also brings a variety of communities together. Nihonmachi (Japantown) is my home. As of right now, I usually dance hula and sometimes help out as a volunteer at the Nihonmachi Street Fairs, but as I get older, I plan on taking on a bigger role in organizing the future Nihonmachi Street Fairs.“— Sumiko Fong, NSF Volunteer

FUnDraising eFFort’s“Aloha by the Bay” Music Series

Alec Mapa “Baby Daddy”last September, we had the honor of having hometown boy, Alec Mapa bring his one-man show “Baby Daddy” for a one night only event at uCSF’s Cole hall. Alec, an acclaimed comedian/actor, came back home to fill Cole hall with much laughter all to support the nihonmachi Street Fair. Opening for Alec Mapa was local comedian Justin lucas.

We are sincerely grateful for his generosity, friendship and for sharing his life changing experience of adopting his young son with his husband, producer Jamison herbert.


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APAPA proudly supports the Nihonmachi Street Fair

APAPA was established with the primary mission of empowering Asian Pacific Islander (API) Americans in

civic and public affairs through education, active participation, and leadership development. To accomplish this objective, APAPA developed

voter registration events, internships, scholarships, voter education forums, and leadership, mentoring,

and networking programs designed specifically for the education, betterment, and advancement of

the API community.

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40th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, September 21, 2013 4:00pm - 8:00pm

The place where the arts, culture and community come alive.

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For forty years of bringingour communities together

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Thank you to all the individuals, businesses and community organizations that have advertised in this year’s booklet!

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Nihonmachi Street Fair Planning Committee

Grace horikiri, Executive Director

Pat Fong, Chief Financial Officer

Asian Artisan Kiyomi tanaka

Booklet Rodger takeuchi

Booklet Ads John nagano

Children’s World 2013 northern CA Cherry Blossom Queen & Court

Clear Channel Cultural Stage Will Chu, Charles “uncle Charley” Kiaha, Shawn Auvaa

Corporate Info Booths Grace horikiri

Corporate Sponsorship Grace horikiri, Pat Fong, Richard Jue, tobin tsuji

Doggie World Gail Mametsuka, Marie Pompa, Shirley Wing, Julie Matsueda, Yumi Yukawa, lisa Stanziano

First Aide Denise Wong Frye

Food Fest Pat Fong

Logistics Shingo tanaka, nathan lau

Nonprofit Info Tables Grace horikiri

Photography Will lee, Grace Fujimoto, Bara Kawasaki

Public Relations Diego Garcia, Monica Mapa, Grace horikiri,

Gail Mametsuka, Pat Fong

Security Ryan Quan, Wayne Yoshida, Cheri Quan

Webster Street Stage Joey Convento, Reuben houston, nicholas Footracer

Volunteer Coordinator Jaclyn Funasaki

Tshirt Design Brandt Fuse, SumoFish

Additional Support Provided By Kenny Matsuda, Jennifer hamamoto, John Oshima, Sandy Wong, Sharon umene, Denise Yee Frye, Aaron Frye, Julie & Scott Yamamoto, JCYC tomodachi Youth, heart in Motion Students, One Brick, Community Access Plus, Build On (Balboa high School), Westmoor FBlA, Dave Golden, Kanako Golden, David toshiyuki, Denise naganuma, Kahn Yamada.

©2013 Nihonmachi Street Fair All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced without written

consent from the Nihonmachi Street Fair, Inc.

Special Thanks:The Nihonmachi Street Fair greatly appreciates all the volunteers, individuals, businesses and community organizations whose support enable us to continue this valuable event for our communities.

The NSF is funded in part by the Grants for the Arts.

This event is supported by the SOMArts Cultural Center’s Technical Services Program, which provides affordable, technical assistance to non-profits and community events throughout San Francisco. The mission of SOMArts (South of Market Arts, Resources, Technology and Services) is to promote and nurture art on the community level and foster an appreciation of and respect for all cultures. SOMArts receives funding from the San Francisco Arts Commission.

Funded in Part by


Board of Directors

Richard Jue, Chair

Michael Son, Vice Chair

tobin tsuji, treasurer

Gail Mametsuka, Secretary

Kathy Chang

terry Chew

Madeline “Mutt” Kitagawa

Erika tamura

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