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Shoppers at the Kokoro Craft Boutique are busy hopping from one booth to another.
On Saturday, October 5, 2013, the Friends of the Museum hosted the Kokoro Craft Boutique at JANM. The boutique showcased and sold a wide variety of unique, artisan-quality items.
Shoppers enjoy the wide variety of crafts at the 2013 Kokoro Craft Boutique.
The 2013 Kokoro Craft Boutique was a huge success. Over 1,300 shoppers visited the boutique! There were 50 Vendors with beautiful, creative, and unique crafts, including Giant Robot merchandise, cultural T-shirts, 3-D & bronze art, vendor-designed jewelry, handbags, tote bags, clothing, scarves, pottery, original artwork, and more!
All shoppers appreciated the perks as they shopped. By spending $10 or more at the Boutique, shoppers received free admission to the Museum’s exhibitions for that day, and a 10% discount during the month of October at participating Little Tokyo restaurants!
Yuujou Taiko gave a powerful performance on the Plaza.
Yuujou Taiko’s performance on the Plaza drew a very large crowd. Their talent and enthusiasm captivated an audience who didn’t seem to mind standing in 93-degree weather!
Thank you to all who came to shop and support the Museum. The Friends of the Museum will be able to donate a generous amount to the Museum’s Educational programs.
Watch JANM’s Events Calendar next year for the date of the 2014 Kokoro Craft Boutique!
Check out these photos from the 5th Annual Kokoro Craft Boutique:
Preparing for a busy day at the Boutique.
The shopping begins!
Adrienne Lee sells “Color Conscious” jewelry at the Boutique.
Crystal Agena displays beautiful accessories from “Aloha Inspired”.
From charms to jewelry, Daniel Aoki sells Clayvision’s unique and affordable gifts.
June Berk manages Fugetsu Do’s sweet booth!
Karolyn Fujimoto sells her wonderful designs at the Boutique.
Every corner of JANM is filled with booths!
Yuujou Taiko perform on the Plaza.
Kaz Ota sets up an extensive display of clay pottery.
Marisela Delgado represents “La Petite Deer”, with a colorful booth.
The Friends of the Museum, including Tachi, Grace, Sande, Janet, and Nobi, organized a wonderful boutique this year!
Photos by Tsuneo Takasugi, Richard Murakami, and Russell Kitagawa.
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