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Persona LIVE steals the show in Dolby Theater
The set of performances marked the video game franchise’s first concerts in the US.
TWICE ‘This Is For’ World Tour celebrates the future of K-Pop and its biggest nonet
Performing four nights at the Kia Forum, Twice celebrated the halfway point of its global tour in Los Angeles.
K-PLAY! FEST: A local SoCal K-Pop gathering
The Korean culture festival and convention started its first event of the year at the Fairplex in Pomona.
Costume cultivates connection at Animé Los Angeles
Animé Los Angeles offers cosplay lovers a space of joy and camaraderie.
Animé Los Angeles’ unique culture
The history of Anime Los Angeles’ ribbon culture explained: The origin, joy, and future.
Bilingual comic bridges audience across the Pacific
Chinese American comedian Joe Wong sold out shows in Pasadena on Jan. 3, performing in both Mandarin and English.
Sarah Kang delivers intimate show to Los Angeles
The Korean American artist brought chills to fans with her emotional performance.
KATSEYE: For all the girls
The global girl group put on a powerful performance at YouTube Theater during their first tour.
ennichi’25 brings the electricity of Shibuya’s clubs and Yokocho to Los Angeles
The music and culture festival showcased Japanese art from across genres and mediums.
Can small Japanese ‘kei’ cars succeed in America
After returning from a trip from Asia, President Trump suddenly discusses wanting the small vehicles to be available for American buyers.
Boris takes over stage at The Belasco
The Japanese rock band celebrated the 20 year anniversary of its iconic album “Pink.”
ACME and Miura Ayme wrap U.S. tour with local bands in Southern California
The Japanese rock band and solo artist performed sets at Chain Reaction.
Hannah Bahng’s ‘Misunderstood’ Tour lights up Los Angeles
Korean-Australian artist Hannah Bahng delivers an intimate performance to fans in Fonda Theatre.
Asian World Film Festival screens ‘Saverio’ and ‘Life Support’
The festival screened short films that raise awareness of urgent but overlooked social challenges.
Fans brave rainstorm for Hiroyuki Sawano’s LA debut
The Japanese composer delivered a powerhouse evening of anime soundtracks for his first headline Los Angeles show.