Wow were 21yrs old!

Wow, I can't believe AX Expo is as old as I am. I use to live close to downtown LA off Olympic. I've been in the Convention center three times, twice when I was little and once for AX2010. I don't live near downtown anymore but I live near LAX and I went to Anime LA 2012. So I was pretty happy about it. I wanted to go AX this year but am taking a summer course and this year the fourth is on a Wednesday (weird). Usually it's on a Sunday/Monday but whatever. Some of my friends don't understand that once you have job you can't really take off like they can, plus I need a job so I can pay fees and gas and books. My job kind of sucks out my creative art juices and puts them right to sleep and I do have chances to be creative but only special events days.

If I do go and that's a big "if" because over the years it has gain huge success at LA convention center plus with the help of Club Nokia opening upit's doors and it has an add bonus like last years performance, the first hologram singer

Muki Hatsune gracing are state of California, sorry hologram Tupac but she was the first just saying. If guys can't come this year there is always a possibility for next year and also for Amine LA. . .so don't panic which we Otaku's or admires of Asian culture tends to do, also if ur just there to take pictures than just find a line with the whole bunch of cosplayers and you've hit cosplay heaven. I was checking to see if there were any new updates on the site not much but that's okay. . .Lil Tokyo is the best time visited afterward, man I've haven't been down there for awhile.

Here my video of AX2010 pf wondering how it will be if your thinking about going(p.s. check out the awesome food court when you get there)

About Anime Expo™
Held annually in Los Angeles, Anime Expo is North America’s largest anime and manga celebration. Anime Expo™ gives fans the rare opportunity to meet and hear from some of the most famous anime, manga, and musical artists from Japan and get into the action through everything from costume play, karaoke, and video competitions to exclusive screenings, non-stop video gaming competitions and the wildly popular Masquerade, in which fans transform themselves into their favorite characters through creative costuming, accessories and make-up and put on their own show before an audience of thousands. AX™ 2012 will be held June 29 – July 2, 2012, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Have a wonderful summer - SeeYa

Disclaimer: These are not my pictures, these are just promotional purposes.

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May'n

Key Club Presents::

May'n

Thu, June 21, 2012

Doors: 6:30 pm / Show: 7:30 pm


$40.00 - $100.00

About Her:


The artist name “May’n” is derived from her real name, and it demonstrates her hope to “always sing songs that will be everyone’s main theme.” May’n was discovered in Horipro’s annual Talent Scout Caravan competition at the age of 13, and in 2008, she performed as the singing voice of Diva of the Galaxy, Sheryl Nome, in the TV anime “Macross Frontier.”

May’n released 2 singles in 2008 which instantly became big hits, each placing in the Top 3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart in their debut week. In January 2009, the long-awaited mini-album “May’n ☆ Street” was released, and it achieved 2nd place on the Oricon Weekly Chart in the first week. All of May’n's releases since then have consistently entered the top music sales charts.

In January 2010, May’n performed her first solo Budokan concert, which sold out in only 1 day. In March of the same year, she held her first tour of Asia, followed in July by a 17-city summer tour of Japan. She works passionately on her live shows in Japan and overseas to deliver her songs directly, fascinating audiences with her irresistible singing skills and unique voice.

In Fall 2010, May’n was chosen to record the theme song for the film “Incite Mill -7 Day Death Game-.” In February 2011, she released her 3D Live Documentary movie “May’n THE MOVIE -Phonic Nation-” and later that month released her 2nd album “If you…” which reached number 7 on the Oricon Weekly Chart. In March 2011, she held her 2nd solo Budokan concert “RHYTHM TANK!!” for a sold-out audience.

Her second 6-city tour of Asia in May 2011 was a big success. She participated in the largest-in-Europe Japanese Culture and Entertainment Festival “Japan Expo 2011″ and received large applause. She continues to be the must-see “New Generation Female Rock Vocalist.”

In July, 2010, May’n made her American live performance debut at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. In addition to her work on “Macross Frontier,” May’n has contributed songs to several anime and video games, including: “Love get Chu,” “Shangri-La,” “Ookami-san to Shichinin no Nakamatachi,” “Aria the Scarlet Ammo,” “Phi Brain,” “Valkyria Chronicles 3″ (PSP), “Sengoku Basara 2″, and “Accel World.”

Venue Information:
Key Club
9039 Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA, 90069

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Lil bit of Japan in L.A.

When I was little my mom would take me to this store b/c are credit union didn't have many places close to are home to use . Anyway if your Japanese and coming to Los Angeles, California or just like Japanese culture than Marukai is that place for you if you get homesick . . . but a lot ppl who come are in shock and awe with are huge grocery stores here. But anyways I myself prefer internet shopping for Asian cosmetics. Today there are many Japanese shops and stores. Mitsuwa and Marukai are one of many changes in L.A. Mitsuwa kind of is like mini mall which I really come to love. Marukai in LA County have many different layouts.

My Gardena Marukai store was more like huge 99 cent store but you can also become a member for a day for a $1 or even a year for $10. I discover one in Santa Monica and it was hidden away and I was in haven but of course expensive but they cared huge selection. They had a lot of the brands I wanted to try including BB creams to bento boxes if your hungry and in a hurry which is why I love grocery section. I forgot to add that they have Dollywink! I recommend stopping by one you'll never know what you'll find.

About Marukai:

History of Marukai Corporation (LA Division)

MARUKAI CORPORATION U.S.A. was founded in 1965 by MARUKAI CORPORATION, INC. (Head Quarter Osaka, Japan). Based in Los Angeles and Hawaii, the business began as an importer for Japanese food, household items, furniture, health foods, health and fitness items, and electronics. In 1982, utilizing the benefits as a trading company, Marukai opened the first retail shop "Membership Marukai Wholesale Mart" in Gardena, Los Angeles. Marukai established a unique purchasing logistics, strategy and inventory control which made it possible to provide our customers with great values on Japanese items. Since then, Marukai has been the LA area's price leader. In 1996, Marukai opened the "Marukai Forum" in Gardena, CA. The 45,000 sq. ft. shop offers Japanese food, household items, ceramics, health and beauty products, Japanese furniture, Kimono, and antiques, which offers one of the best selection in the entire US. Currently, there are 11 retail shops including membership and 98cent PLUS stores. Marukai will continue to improve the shops to satisfy our clients and 110,000 members.

Marukia
 Locations in LA:

•  Gardena
•  Costa Mesa
•  West Covina 
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  West LA

  Marukai Pacific

  Torrance

  Little Tokyo

Other Japanese Stores in Los Angeles

*Mitsuwa

Nijiya

*Famina

Rafu Bussan

Momen+(fabric store)

Bunkado

Make Asobi(Cosemetics)

Maneki Neko (nyx cosmetic and hello kitty)

Pop-up shops

*JapanLA

*Munky King

*Royal/T

*TAG(gallery too!)

Satsume Imports

Daiso(shh it's a secret but there is two in Southbay(LA) I just found out)

Tokyojlsusa

Q Pop Shop(gallery too!)

http://popkiller.us(kawaii shop) (Awesome store from what I can see)

Giant Robot Store(gallery too!)

Asahiya Express

Bookstores

Asahiyausa

Anime Jungle

Kinokuniya

I think this summer I will try to go these stores probally b4 summer school starts. . .i'll take pictures and do haul of things I need.

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Foods in season [June]

Happy Eating

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Tune in Tokyo presents OTSUKARE-SAMA

Tune in Tokyo presents OTSUKARE-SAMA, ROYAL/T!, our Grand Finale Event at the Akihabara-inspired Maid Cafe, Shop, and Artspace on Friday, June 15th! As Royal/T prepares to close its doors later this summer, we want to invite all our friends back for one last big party, celebrating the amazing maid cafe that's been a centerpiece of the Japanese fashion community and J-Pop scene over the last five years.

"Otsukare-sama" means "job well done" in Japanese, and we want to show our appreciation to Royal/T for its many years of memorable events, and the lasting impression it made on art and fashion in Los Angeles.

We'll be welcoming vendors Chubby Bunny, Rockin' Android Games, MugiBunny, Holley Tea Time, Rockeresque Beauty Company, The Many Arms of Misha, and more!

We will also have a Soju Bar in the club room, serving $5 J-Pop + K-Pop themed cocktails all night!

Tune in Tokyo DJs Greg Hignight, Tora, Del and Ally will keep the dance floor moving with a non-stop video mix of the best in J-Pop and K-Pop, featuring special guest dancers Mai and Eva!

Royal/T's maid cafe will be open until 10:30 PM, serving High Tea and tasty Asian-Fusion cuisine!

Admission is $10, all ages admitted. The event runs from 8 PM - 12 AM.

This is your last chance to join the party at Royal/T, LA's one-and-only Akihabara-style Maid Cafe! Tune in Tokyo would like to invite all of our friends to take part in this memorable tribute on Friday, June 15th! All Japanese fashion styles are encouraged! Together, let's say "OTSUKARE-SAMA, ROYAL/T!" in style!

About TIT

Tune in Tokyo has been spinning J-Pop, K-Pop, and International Club beats since 2008, bringing the sound of modern Asian dance-pop to clubs and special events throughout Los Angeles. This five-member DJ unit, featuring co-founders Greg Hignight and Del Martin, and DJs Tora, Ally, and Lett, hosts monthly events at Royal/T Maid Cafe, Shop, & Artspace, and 2nd Street Jazz in Little Tokyo, and have also presented an array of live performances featuring musicians from the United States and Japan. Tune in Tokyo presents the best in Asian and global dance-pop, weaving together cutting edge electro, dance-rock, and Indie with the bold Japanese street fashion scene to create a unique club experience.

どうも皆さん、こんにちは! Ｔｕｎｅ　Ｉｎ　Ｔｏｋｙｏ！ 初イベントが大成功だったので、また二回目をやっちゃいたいと思いま～す！ これからもイベント、バンバンやっていきたいと思います。ＤＪさんたちが最新のJPOP, KPOP, International Club Beats や日本の音楽だけを流します。日本の音楽がお好きな方たちにはバッチリ！おどって、友達を作ってさわぎましょう～！

Hope See You guys there

SeeYa

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