Annual culinary celebration of Little Tokyo will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Programs will include walking and tasting tours, hands-on workshops, and free neighborhood exploration activities for all ages.
TICKETS CLOSE ON APRIL 30.
Experience Little Tokyo’s Culinary Extravaganza on Saturday, May 4, 2024
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable culinary voyage through Little Tokyo at the 9th annual Delicious Little Tokyo event! Presented by Go Little Tokyo, this immersive one-day extravaganza offers an array of taste experiences and interactive workshops. This year holds special significance as the community celebrates the 140th anniversary of Little Tokyo, marking a century and a half of cultural richness, resilience, and community spirit and the 25th anniversary of the Little Tokyo Community Council (LTCC), dedicated to preserving the vibrant heritage and fostering the flourishing future of this historic neighborhood.
Delicious Little Tokyo attendees are invited to honor the enduring legacy of historic businesses that have been instrumental in shaping Little Tokyo's success, all while savoring the authentic culinary treasures that define this vibrant community. Whether indulging in self-guided foodie tours such as the J-Town Munch & Lunch or immersing themselves in enlightening workshops like the new Miso Ball Workshop and Tasting and the captivating Baijiu 101, attendees will satisfy their cravings, savor exceptional beverages, and uncover the concealed treasures of Little Tokyo.
With tickets in high demand and availability limited, procrastination is ill-advised - securing tickets today ensures an unforgettable day of flavorsome experiences and communal bonds at Delicious Little Tokyo 2024! Online ticket sales close on April 30, walk-up tickets will be extremely limited. To purchase tickets, visit littletokyola.org/delicious.
Delicious Little Tokyo on Saturday, May 4, 2024
As of April 29, ONE DAY LEFT to buy tickets for Delicious Little Tokyo workshops and walking food tours!
Our Food History walking tour and 11 am session of the Miso Ball Workshop are SOLD OUT, but there are still some tickets available for the following delicious events:
J-Town Munch & Lunch
Check in between 1–3 PM
Enjoy a self-guided walking food tour of Little Tokyo featuring some tasty favorites of the neighborhood like yakisoba and chicken karaage. Learn more
Nom Nom Nihonmachi
Check in between 1–3 PM
Enjoy a savory menu of Nihonmachi (Japantown) favorites including wasabi fries and miso ramen on this self-guided walking and tasting tour. Learn more
Sesame Sweets Workshop with Rooted Fare
2–3:30 PM
Calling all black sesame lovers! Create adorable and delicious black sesame and strawberry dango bears followed by a stunning black sesame checkered brick toast using Rooted Fare's popular crunchy black sesame butter. Learn more
Sesame Sweets Workshop with Rooted Fare
2–3:30 PM
Calling all black sesame lovers! Create adorable and delicious black sesame and strawberry dango bears followed by a stunning black sesame checkered brick toast using Rooted Fare's popular crunchy black sesame butter. Learn more
Emoji-Pan Workshop with Okayama Kobo
9:30–11 AM
Get your Children's Day weekend off to a delicious start! Decorate your very own emoji-pan at Okayama Kobo! Create fun characters such as Kobo Kuma and Koinobori, or carp streamer in Japanese, in celebration of Kodomo no Hi! Learn more
Miso Ball Workshop & Tasting
2–3:30 PM
Taste and learn about the different types of miso with certified fermentation expert and miso sommelier Yoko M. Lamn. Participants will also create and customize their own miso balls to take home and enjoy as miso soup. Learn more
Baijiu 101 with Peking Tavern
3:30–4:30 PM
Come for a crash course on Baijiu—the most consumed liquor in the world that you’ve never heard of. Try two of the four main categories of the centuries old traditional Chinese spirit and sample one of the most popular baijiu cocktails at Peking Tavern. Learn more
Community Events
7th Historic Grapefruit Cocktail Night
Wednesday, May 1 • 4–7 pm
Sip the 1884 cocktail and taste 140 years of Little Tokyo history! Proceeds benefit the Little Tokyo Community Council 25th Anniversary. Learn more
VC FILM FEST is coming! Support API filmmakers at the 40th annual Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival presented by Visual Communications from May 1 through May 10.
Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day) Celebration
Saturday, May 4 • 11 am–4 pm
Celebrate at JACCC with the entire family! Enjoy a day of performances and activities. Learn more
Kibō Nobori Children's Day Festival
Saturday, May 4 • 11 am–4 pm
Head to the Terasaki Budokan for a day of activities, food, art, music, and an AAPI-curated marketplace for the whole family to enjoy. Learn more
BudoComedy Show 5
Saturday, May 4 • doors open at 6:30 pm
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with some laughs all in support of the Terasaki Budokan. Unwind after a fun day of food and community with a night of comedy! Learn more
Little Tokyo Sparkle
Saturday, May 18 • 9 am–12 pm
Little Tokyo Sparkle brings together everyone who loves Little Tokyo in an effort to clean up the neighborhood and continue to build the community! Learn more
