Anna's First Day of High School

Super confident girl going off to 9th grade! Here are Anna's classes: Health, Japanese, Algebra, Physical Science, Honors English, and Cross Country. Way to go!

Ohshima Birthday Dinner

Yumi and I enjoyed a birthday dinner with Mama at Ohshima Restaurant, which serves delicious sushi. We each ordered the omakase, which consists of ten pieces of sushi. It was definitely among the best I've had outside of Japan. What makes it unique is the cut, and flavoring of each piece. Delicious. Gochisousamadeshita!

Summer Candids

Kayaking in Newport Beach

We are nearing the end of summer. We decided to go kayaking in Newport Beach, and rented double ones at Southwind Kayak. We had a nice take-off spot and went paddling in the back bay. The waters were really calm and the kayaks had nice backrests! What a difference it made. Kayaking for an hour went by quickly. These photos were taken with a GoPro. It was an enjoyable experience.

Food as Art

Happy 77th Marilyn!

Our family went to visit up in Walnut Creek for Marilyn's birthday. We were able to catch one of Lily's soccer games, she is such an accomplished player! The cousins have gotten so tall. Our trip also included a stroll around Heather Farms, where Steve and I got married. A dinner at Nordstrom's Cafe and a delicious cake at Kim's house rounded out our stay up north. Happy birthday Marilyn!

Lanterns

Little Tokyo and Chinatown

Dad and Son