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	Art Nakane - "One Man Band"




SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCES throughout the day on Sunday 4/11 on the J-Pop & Main Stage MiKEe Mic - Awesome Beatboxer! Video





 

 

 

Ondo Dancing

ODORI DANCING - Dancing in the Street. Public is welcome to join in...
Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 pm to 2:30pm In front of the Hawaiian Stage on 1st Street

Main Stage

	Rodney Kageyama, Main Stage Emcee	Emcee Rodney Kageyama Stage Manager - LaQuetta Shamblee	Gina Hiraizumi National Anthem

Sat April 10	Main Stage	Sun April 11	Main Stage
10:45 AM	Opening Ceremonies Color Guard - Koyasan Scout Troop 379 Performance by Daion Taiko National Anthem sung by Gina Hiraizumi Sake Barrel Breaking Ceremony Opening Toast by JUNICHI IHARA, Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles
11:15 AM	Da Aloha Picking Ohana "Da Aloha Picking Ohana" is a collection of students under the instruction of Mel Ogata who are learning to play songs on the ukulele by incorporating strumming along with the picking of the song's melody at the same time. The students performing today have been in learning anywhere from 4 weeks to a maximum of 1 and 1/2 years.	11:30 AM	Myuki Geta Dance
11:45 AM	Matsubayashi-ryu Karate of Little Tokyo	12:00 PM	Singer Rob Narita (CBF Featured Performer) Rob Narita has performed all over the world, on Broadway stages as well as for Royal Families. His Broadway credits include “Miss Saigon,” and off-Broadway's “Upside-Down.” His singing has inspired and moved many, and he continues to perform for special events in Japan and the US. He has been an actor for over 30 years, and has been seen in numerous television shows and films. Video
12:30 PM	George Kiriyama Educational Excellence Award –Presented by Iku Kiriyama Teachers Making a Difference Awards – Emceed by Ted Chen, NBC4	12:30 PM	Dig Jelly Fronted by a Japanese female firecracker Rayko, Dig Jelly is a high energy modern rock band that is very entertaining to watch! Dig Jelly just signed a contract with Myspace Music, and they are one of the top bands on "Your Next Record with Slash" contest held by guitar center! Come check them out up close and personal before they blow up!! http://digjelly.com
1:15 PM	Senator Daniel Inouye Cherry Blossom Leadership Award & Community Treasure Awards –Emceed by Dr. Gordon Sasaki	1:00 PM	Gina Hiraizumi Actress/Singer Gina Hiraizumi will be signing her Hawaii Calendar throughout the Festival on Sat. & Sun. at the 'Only The Brave" Booth
1:45 PM	Fujima Seiyumi Kai - Dianne Fukuwa	1:30 PM	Fujima Kansei Contemporary Style Japanese Dance
2:15 PM	Halau Hula Ka Lehua O Ka La'akea & Aloha Polynesian Dancers	2:15 PM	Manea Dancers
3:00 PM	Kimono Fashion Show Vintage Kimono Fashions produced by Ken Kaneska Featuring Los Angeles City Councilmember Jan Perry	3:15 PM	"Best in Show" Most Photogenic Dog Contest Featuring trainers from Hollywood Paws
4:15 PM	Panache Orchestra featuring original music of Chi Saito on guitar and Brenda K on violin Music	4:15 PM	Panache Orchestra featuring original music of Chi Saito on guitar and Brenda K on violin Music
5:30 PM	Gina Hiraizuma Actress/Singer Gina Hiraizumi will be signing her Hawaii Calendar throughout the Festival on Sat. & Sun. at the 'Only The Brave" Booth	5:00 PM	Festival closes
6:30 PM	Festival closes

Panache Orchestra	Da Aloha Picking Ohana
Matsubayashi-ryu Karate of Little Tokyo	Rob Narita
Dig Jelly Band	SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCES throughout the day on Sunday 4/11 on the J-Pop & Main Stage MiKEe Mic - Awesome Beatboxer! Video

Martial Arts

Kage Ninjitsu www.thewayoftheshadow.com

Shinkendo (Japanese Sword)

California Academy of Martial Arts

J-Pop Stage

The Cherry Blossom Festival SoCal is happy to announce the addition of the J-Pop Stage at the 2010 Festival. Headlining that stage will be 25 year old Japanese Pop Star Masumi, born in Niigata, Japan, With the help of famed producer Trevor Lawrence, Jr. (Eminem, Alicia Keys), Masumi was signed to America’s Fortress Records heralding the release of Baby You, with 10 of the most amazing original tracks you’ll ever experience. She has soared to the position of #8 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Singles Sales! Video

Sat April 10	J-Pop Stage BILL KRENZ EMCEE J-POP Stage SATURDAY Bill Krenz starred as a circus trainer and performance partner to the stars on NBC’s daring reality show “Celebrity Circus.” He is the owner of the Manea Dancers (www.manea.net) and CEO of SoCalEvents.com. He has been entertaining people for 34 years and performs more than 10,000 shows and plans over 400 luaus a year. He teaches Samoan Fire Knife as well as Tahitian drumming and Polynesian dancing. Due to a shortage of Fire Knife dancers in Southern California, Bill Krenz created a school for Fire Knife dancers to fulfill the demand of his clients who wanted a luau with a big fire element. The Manea Dancers have over 50 students and continues to grow in popularity. Krenz and his company have earned a reputation for producing one of the highest quality Luau Shows in the U.S. by having the largest Polynesian Fire production.	Sun April 11	J-Pop Stage AARON TAKAHASHI EMCEE J-POP STAGE SUNDAY Aaron Takahashi, an instructor and core performing member of the Asian American improv group Cold Tofu. He also writes and performs sketch with ACME Comedy Theatre’s Main Company. Aaron was most recently seen on stage as the lead in the East West Players world premiere of IXNAY, and on the big screen starring opposite Jim Carrey in the movie Yes Man. Other film and television credits include Balls of Fury, Better Luck Tomorrow, Reno 911!, and The Bill Engvall Show. He can currently be seen in several commercials, and yes, he is the guy in the Amp’d Mobile commercial rapping to himself in a public restroom. State Farm commercial
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11:30 AM		11:30 AM
12:15 P.M.	Cosplay Contest hosted by Pacific Media Expo (PMX) Pacific Media Expo (PMX), and Valley Gakuen bring you the Cherry Blossom Festival/SoCal Cosplay Contest! Come in your best cosplay from anime, video games, Asian cinema, or even J-rock/J-pop and show off your creativity! Everyone else, bring your cameras and get ready to be dazzled! Prizes will be given to the best cosplayers. Afterwards, stop by our table to find out more information about the organizations behind the cosplay contest. We have free events throughout the year. Pacific Media Expo YouTube	12:00 A.M.	Hollywood Entertainment Academy Web
1:25 PM	Pop/R&B/Hip Hop Singer TRUEFUL (CBF Featured Performer) LOS ANGELES, Jan. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty-one year old Pop/R&B/Hip Hop singer Trueful has signed on with publicity siren Eugenia Wright, Pres. of ISA Public Relations aka Kleopatra Girl. Trueful is ready to release his sophomore album "A Taste of Class" in 2010 and was seeking a class act representative.	12:30 P.M.	Samurai Action Studio Video & Web
1:45 PM	AniMaid Cafe, Orange County (Official AniMaid Cafe for Anime Expo, Los Angeles) Promoting Japanese culture through a maid cafe which is popular in Japan Okaerinasai, goshujin-sama! Welcome to AniMaid Café where we entertain and serve those who would like to have the chance to experience a maid café similar to ones you would find in Akihabara, Japan. Comprised of cute maids and charming hosts, AniMaid Café aims to provide a unique experience at each of their events. For more information, be sure to visit www.AniMaidCafe.org for all updates, a fully active forum, and a blog to keep up with the daily lives of the maids and hosts. Videos	1:00 PM	Miyuki - The Geta Dance Video
3:00 PM	Mali & Cherry Band Music & Videos	1:30-3:00PM	Lolita Fashion Show AniMaid Cafe Performance Moe Stereo This fashion show is very popular in Japan - and the Cherry Blososm Festival is showcasing it on the J-Pop Stage. Video about Lolita Fashion
3:30 PM	Makenai Music & Videos	3:00 PM	Masumi (CBF Featured Performer) With the help of famed producer Trevor Lawrence, Jr. (Eminem, Alicia Keys), Masumi was signed to America’s Fortress Records heralding the release of Baby You, with 10 of the most amazing original tracks you’ll ever experience. She has soared to the position of #8 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Singles Sales! Video
4:00 PM	Masumi (CBF Featured Performer) With the help of famed producer Trevor Lawrence, Jr. (Eminem, Alicia Keys), Masumi was signed to America’s Fortress Records heralding the release of Baby You, with 10 of the most amazing original tracks you’ll ever experience. She has soared to the position of #8 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Singles Sales! Video	3:45 PM	Ramen Tree Born of Japan's ancient soul, and raised on LA smog, Ramen Tree is at once traditional and modern. The hauntingly melodic, acoustic and danceable Ramen Tree sound conveys both the spirit and energy of cultures uniting--a Cultural Revolution with a backbeat. Music & Videos
4:45 PM	Ajuku Girls Konnichiwa! Meet the Ajuku Girls, five playful J-Pop princesses who are bursting onto the pop scene NOW. Their single Tokyo Drift and music video premier in April on a 5 episode special with Metro station TV. This super kawaii group rocks a fashion style all their own with intense bubblegum beats, a Japanese flavor that's hotter than wasabi, and original lyrics and music written as a group. The Ajuku Girls are BFF's produced by Suzy Sachs and (music) mega hit producer PJ Bianco who broke the Jonas Brothers (Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, Miley and more). This is the American J-pop group knownas the Ajuku Girls. Twitter MySpace	4:30 PM	Ajuku Girls Konnichiwa! Meet the Ajuku Girls, five playful J-Pop princesses who are bursting onto the pop scene NOW. Their single Tokyo Drift and music video premier in April on a 5 episode special with Metro station TV. This super kawaii group rocks a fashion style all their own with intense bubblegum beats, a Japanese flavor that's hotter than wasabi, and original lyrics and music written as a group. The Ajuku Girls are BFF's produced by Suzy Sachs and (music) mega hit producer PJ Bianco who broke the Jonas Brothers (Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, Miley and more). This is the American J-pop group knownas the Ajuku Girls. Twitter MySpace
5:30 PM	Edwing (CBF Featured Performer) Guitarist, composer studied jazz guitarist from John collins and Billy Rogers and jazz Harmony from Willie Jones
6:30 PM	Festival closes	5:00 PM	Festival closes

SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCES
throughout the day on Sunday 4/11 on the J-Pop & Main Stage
MiKEe Mic- Awesome Beatboxer!
Video

Hollywood Entertainment Academy	Hollywood Entertainment Academy	Hollywood Entertainment Academy
Hollywood Entertaiment Academy	Hollywood Entertainment Academy	Ramen Tree
Lolita Fashion Show	Lolita Fashion Show	Lolita Fashion Show
Makenai	AniMaid Cafe	Mali Masuda & the Cherry Band
Samurai Action Studio	Samurai Action Studio	Samurai Action Studio
Edwing	Cosplay	Miyuki - The Geta Dance
Mango Daville	Ajuku Girls

Hawaiian Village

Hawaiian Stage Emcee: Kamaka Brown www.kamakabrown.com

Ka'amea	Ho'aloha	O'ahu
Melena O'hana	Jim Kimo West	Halau Na Pua Lehua
Pumana	Wahine Ilikea Dancers	Manea Dancers
Halau hula o'nalikokauikawekiulani	Ka Hala Hula O'Iolana	Hawaiian Delites

Kids Fun Zone

Inflatables