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Presented by Kawaguchi-Kihara Memorial Foundation

Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple (Nishi)
815 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

keiro no hi festival

Our Community is thriving and resilient today because of the generations before us, their hard work, sacrifices, and unwavering dedication to laying a strong foundation. Keiro is excited to host the 9th annual Keiro no Hi Festival to thank and celebrate the older adults who continue to inspire us.

We invite you to join us for a festival filled with joy, entertainment, and meaningful connections. Let’s come together to celebrate the vibrant and diverse experiences of Our Community’s older adults.

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Questions?

Email [email protected]
Call 213.873.5700

Registration will open on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, and close on Friday, August 21, 2026 (or when capacity is reached).

Admission Only: FREE
Admission & Transportation: $5

Each admission ticket includes access to the festival and one (1) bento lunch. We are prioritizing registration for older adults age 60+. This event will have a limited number of tickets, and participation will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is required to attend. All tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.

Free admission is made possible by the generosity of our supporters. If you are able, please consider making a donation to help Keiro continue to provide meaningful experiences that celebrate and uplift our older adults. Thank you for making events like this possible.


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Bus Transportation

For a $5 fee, attendees can register for round-trip bus service to the festival from the following locations. Spaces on the buses will be limited.

  • Anaheim
  • Oxnard
  • Pacoima
  • Torrance
  • Venice/Culver
  • West Covina

Here are a few exciting things we have in store for this year’s festival:

Performances

Enjoy live performances from talented local musicians and artists of all ages who have found joy and purpose through music and the arts. Their passion and energy will fill the festival with lively melodies and inspiring performances.

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Demonstrations

Get a front-row seat to exciting demonstrations by skilled community members as they showcase their unique talents for everyone to enjoy.

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Food

No festival is complete without great food! A delicious bento lunch will be available. Additionally, a limited number of vegetarian bento options will be available upon request on the day of the event, while supplies last.

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Vendor Fair

Shop around our vendor fair featuring amazing products from local small businesses. Whether you are shopping for some gifts or looking to treat yourself, our vendor fair has something for everyone. Items may include custom crafts, snacks, and more!

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Games & Activities

Play your favorite festival games, get creative with some crafts, and take some photos with your family and friends. You can also win some new Keiro no Hi Festival buttons as prizes, exclusive to this year’s festival!

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2026 Keiro no Hi Festival Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor / プレゼンティングスポンサー
Kawaguchi-Kihara Memorial Foundation

Gold Sponsor / ゴールドスポンサー
JSL Foods Inc./The Kawana Family

Silver Sponsors /   シルバースポンサー
Sarah Fukui & Family
Gene & Vickie Kanamori
Ron Takasugi & Nora Kubota

Purple Sponsors / パープルスポンサー
ADS Consulting Inc.
Honda  
Jerry Iseda
Beverly Ito
Karl Kim, Retirement Planning Advisors Inc.

Green Sponsors / グリーンスポンサー
Brad & Janet Fujikuni
Kimiko Fujita/Yamaha Music Center

Listed as of May 29, 2026.

How Can I Become a Sponsor?

We invite you and your organization or business to join us as a sponsor for our 2026 Keiro no Hi Festival! Your support will make a meaningful impact on our ability to celebrate and recognize the older adults in Our Community.

For more information on our sponsorship packages or to discuss customizing a package that aligns with your objectives, please contact Mike Tang, Director of Development, at [email protected].


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The 2026 Keiro no Hi Festival is made possible by Keiro with support from our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and partnerships with community organizations. Please consider making a donation to help Keiro continue our mission to enhance the quality of senior life in Our Community.

For questions about the Keiro no Hi Festival, please contact Keiro at [email protected] or 213.873.5700.