September 27th 2020 O.A.

Celebrating Our Older Adults

A virtual Keiro no Hi Festival was held on Saturday, September 12th.

This year marks the 3rd year of Keiro no Hi Festival, celebrating the health and longevity of the Japanese American elders just like the Keiro no Hi in Japan.
This event is held by the non-profit organization, KEIRO.

Due to the impact of the novel coronavirus this year, they did live streaming of shows for the community and elderly.

Consul General, Akira Muto from the Consulate General of Japan in LA stated his greetings in the show, followed by workshops, art exhibitions, and entertainment.
The wife and daughter of late George Aratani, the founder of KEIRO, Sakaye and Linda also sent a video message.

Bento pickups were canceled due to the unhealthy air quality of local fires.

Currently, 1 in 3 Japanese and Japanese Americans living in LA, Ventura, and OC are over 65 years old.
Therefore, KEIRO supports the community by holding webinars, grant programs, and free Iyashi Care.