GO LITTLE TOKYO PRESENTS

A delicious list of dishes curated by the Little Tokyo Community Council & Little Tokyo Vibes!

INDIECADE FESTIVAL EDITION WELCOME TO INDIECADE! WELCOME TO Thank you for joining us at the 10th Annual IndieCade Festival, celebrating the best of indie games created by LITTLE TOKYO! game makers from around the globe. Activities for our tenth-anniversary event are held throughout historic, Little Little Tokyo is one of three remaining Japantowns Tokyo, Los Angeles. in the United States. Before World War II, Little Tokyo Here are some highlights of this year’s Festival you won’t was the largest Japanese community in the United States want to miss: which had a population of 30,000 and covered over three square miles. Friday, October 6th • Festival Kickoff - Game Exhibits open at 4pm. Play more than The Little Tokyo Historic District is now a National 200 games during the festival Landmark and full of unique shops, cultural and • GameJam the Movie - Begins at 5pm • Fight Night Tournament - Begins at 6pm. Join the arts institutions, authentic restaurants, and thriving competition and test your gaming skills against your friends community. Saturday, October 7th We invite you to use this guide to explore the • Registration opens at 9am • Conference Sessions, Exhibits and Keynotes - 10am–6pm neighborhood: • Night Games - 6pm–10pm • Play more than 200 games and check out the best in indie gaming - 10am-6pm Use the next few pages as your Little Tokyo Guide to explore unique restaurants and discover Sunday, October 8th • Registration opens at 10am local favorites only found in Little Tokyo! • Conference Sessions, Exhibits and Keynotes - 10am–4pm • Kids and Parents Game Play - begins at 10am Make a purchase at any of your favorite Little • Multiplayer Gameplay and Ninja - 11am–3pm Tokyo businesses, take a picture of your receipt(s) All Sessions and activities will be held at the Japanese American and email them to IndieCadeInLittleTokyo@ National Museum (JANM) and the Tateuchi Democracy Forum gmail.com to enter our FREE drawing! in Little Tokyo. Badges and wristbands can be purchased at See page 12 for more details. Registration. Learn more about Little Tokyo and keep on Go to IndieCade.com for the complete Festival Schedule or check exploring! Visit GoLittleTokyo.com to plan your out the mobile version or use the next downtown adventure. QR code to link directly to a mobile version of the Festival Schedule.

1 6 Salmon and Spicy Tuna Bowl LITTLE TOKYO FOOD GUIDE Step into Little Tokyo’s favorite neighborhood maritime-themed tavern and feast on their famous salmon and spicy tuna bowl. A delicious list of dishes not to miss curated by the Little Tokyo Treat yourself to this bowl of fluffy topped with overflowing Community Council (LTCC) and Little Tokyo Vibes! fresh and pickled garnishes, and pair it with a draft beer or for the perfect end to a long day. Ebisu Japanese Tavern, 356 E 2nd St 1 Loco Moco 7 Ming’s Wings Take one bite of Aloha Cafe’s hearty tower and you’ll Far Bar goes far beyond good with their plate of Ming’s Wings, understand how this favorite Hawaiian has crispy and succulent chicken wings, dry-rubbed with a special people feeling delightfully loco. Sitting on top of a bed of spice blend and buried under a bed of green onions, garlic, and sticky rice and homemade hamburger patty, lie two runny spicy peppers. Guard your plate carefully for they’ll be gone eggs and grilled onions, all nestled under a cozy blanket of before you know it. creamy that’s sure to leave you satisfied. Far Bar, 347 E 1st St Aloha Café, 410 E 2nd St 8 Peanut Butter 2 Lil Tokyo Steak Pizza With its delicate, chewy and strawberry-flavored A perfect blend of Japanese flavors, including , shishito on the outside and crunchy peanut butter on the inside, this peppers, and kosho (a beloved Japanese paste of ground mochi is a tasty must-try! The Peanut Butter Mochi is a chilis, salt, and yuzu fruit), once you get your hands on a slice of culinary bridge between the rich history of over a century Baldoria’s locally-inspired pizza, we know you’ll be asking for more. of mochi-making at Fugetsu-Do and a yummy delight for Baldoria, 243 S San Pedro St future generations of customers to come. Fugetsu-Do, 315 E 1st St 3 Lavender Hot Chocolate Though hot chocolate is traditionally a winter favorite, Cafe 9 Sampler Demitasse’s lavender hot chocolate is perfect for summer with Gazen takes the seemingly humble tofu from simple to simply it’s hints of Tahitian vanilla and lavender swimming in a rich divine. Made daily, Gazen’s fresh tofu shines brightest in their cocoa pool you’ll be delighted to dive into. Topped with a tofu sampler, a trio complete with servings of a plain tofu perfectly toasted marshmallow, one cup will have you yearning nestled alongside miso paste and sprinkled with roasted for starry skies and cozy nights around the campfire. salt, a black sesame tofu accompanied by kickin’ Cafe Demitasse, 135 S San Pedro St , and a cream-infused tofu that will melt in your mouth. Gazen, 362 E 1st St 4 Bacon Donut + Hong Kong Milk Tea Latte (Hot or Iced) Take one bite of Cafe Dulce’s bacon donut and be transported 10 + Agedashi Mochi to a realm where pillowy-soft sweetness meets salty and An authentic izakaya (Japanese gastropub), Honda Ya prides smoky bacon. Pair the fluffy treat with a refreshing Hong themselves on serving traditional and simply good food, with Kong Milk Tea Latte (hot or iced) and you’ll be ready to face their yakitori ( grilled to perfection over a charcoal fire) whatever life may bring your way. and agedashi mochi (deep cake). Indulge in a cold draft Cafe Dulce, 134 Japanese Village Plaza Mall beer and explore their vast menu. Honda Ya, 333 Alameda St, Ste 314 5 Chicken Katsu Curry with Fried Egg Crunchy, panko-covered chicken, sandwiched between a creamy 11 Honey Affogato coconut milk gravy and a hearty helping of rice all topped with Getting back to the basics is what Honeymee does best. Have a a fried egg made just the way you like it. Curry House’s special cup of their Honey Affogato, a novel ice cream experience made recipe stands out from the crowd with over 25 herbs and spices with 100% Californian milk and honey, doused with freshly simmered into a flavorful reduction worthy of their name. brewed espresso, for a perfect pick-me-up. Curry House, 123 S Onizuka St, Ste 204 Honeymee, 120 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

2 3 12 Injeolmi Ice Cream 15 Beef Shabu Shabu Ihwamun Ice Cream is making waves in LA’s ice cream scene, For some of the best shabu shabu in LA, head over a difficult task when there are so many different options to to KaGaYa and treat yourself with impeccably fresh help Angelenos beat the heat. In addition to their commitment ingredients and high-grade, melt-in-your-mouth wagyu to mixing up small batches using local organic dairy, what beef. Leave time in your schedule to savor the delightful sets them most apart is their commitment to introducing experience of DIY cooking your way to paradise. customers to traditional Korean flavors, such as injeolmi KaGaYa, 418 E 2nd St (Korean rice cake dusted in powder). Ihwamun Ice Cream, 333 S Alameda St, Ste 103 16 Wagyu Come to Kinjiro with a craving for quality wagyu

and leave entranced. From marbled Japanese Wagyu Creamy Carpaccio served with Arima Sansho (Japanese 13 Brown Rice pepper sauce) to grilled Australian Wagyu Chuck Rib You haven’t had risotto until you’ve had Izakaya & Bar Kalbi delicately seasoned with sea salt, Kinjiro Fu-ga’s Creamy, Cheesy Brown Rice Risotto. Their doesn’t disappoint when you’re in the mood for wagyu. take on the classic Japanese dashi broth (made with dried Kinjiro, 424 E 2nd St kelp and bonito fish flakes) is prepared tableside in a wondrous circular block of parmesan cheese. Izakaya & Bar Fu-ga, 111 S San Pedro St 17 Tenshin Ankake Step into this authentic Japanese diner serving comfort “My family’s go-to restaurant to celebrate any occasion is food late into the night for over 40 years. Their Tenshin Izakaya Fu-ga. I cannot get enough of the Creamy Dashi Chahan Ankake, a snowball-shaped dome of curry- Broth Brown Rice Cheese Risotto.” flavored pork fried rice wrapped with a shrimp omelet – Amy Okuda, Actress and covered in gravy is a delicious, home-style meal at Kouraku you won’t ever forget. Kouraku, 314 E 2nd St

Chashu Hash Skillet Uni Cream 14 The Ishii family at JiST Cafe has been serving the Little 18 Marugame Monzo takes the udon game to the next Tokyo neighborhood for over 70 years. Made of tender level by crafting their fresh and in-house, a rarity pork belly chashu, topped with six-minute-eggs and amongst even the best restaurants. However, the rich breakfast potatoes, you can taste the authentic family and creamy uni broth of this dish truly seals the deal by recipe in this customer favorite with every bite! perfectly complementing the texture of the udon noodles, JiST Cafe, 116 Judge John Aiso St leaving you simultaneously content and planning your next trip back for more. “A Foodbeast favorite in Little Tokyo is the Chashu Marugame Monzo, 329 E 1st St Hash Skillet at JiST Cafe!” – Reach Guinto, Editor at Foodbeast “I actually really love Monzo and their udon is by far the best I have ever eaten in California because of the fresh noodles they serve there. I always go there when I have a chance!” – Linda Le, @VampyBitMe, Cosplayer and Model

4 5 19 Ready-Made Boxes 23 Hot Pressed Blue Velvet Nitro Pocket Feeling a lack of time or energy to whip yourself up a Craving something sweet but can’t decide between a cupcake, ice homemade bento box? Simply head over to Marukai Market cream or sweet bread? Let Molecular Creamery take care of all three where they’ve taken the pleasure to supply a wide variety cravings at once with their hot pressed blue velvet nitro pocket! of fresh, ready-made tasty lunch options for you. The pockets start off with their made-to-order blue velvet liquid Marukai Market, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St, Ste 105 nitrogen ice cream, gets fully encased in a freshly pressed sweet bun, and ends with a flavor and texture explosion in your mouth. Molecular Creamery, 369 E 2nd St

24 Chicken Cold with Sauce When you’re in the mood for ramen but the weather outside has you 20 Originally opened in 1910, Mikawaya takes great feeling the heat, head on over to Mr. Ramen for a plate of refreshing cold pride in wrapping rich and smooth ice cream with ramen, topped with chicken and accompanied by a tangy ponzu sauce. their secret family mochi (rice cake) recipe. Escape Mr. Ramen, 341 E 1st St the summer heat and try flavors like plum wine, 25 Japanese green tea, kona coffee, mango and so much more! Mikawaya, 118 Japanese Village Plaza Mall Whether you’re after a particular or have no idea what you’re in the mood for, Nijiya Market has you covered with “I LOVE Japanese desserts. The Japanese make the best desserts in its endless rows of flavors and textures of Japanese snacks to the world, hands down! One of my favorite sweet shops in Little tickle your palate and stir your imagination. Tokyo is Mikawaya for mochi rice cakes. So many great flavors Nijiya Market, 124 Japanese Village Plaza Mall and always fresh!” 26 Kalbi Jimm Poutine Fries – Steve Aoki, DJ and Record Producer Despite a colorful and flavorful array of offerings, Seoul Sausage’s Kalbi Jimm Poutine Fries are a must. Heftily topped with mounds of braised short rib, pepper jack cheese, kimchi-pickled onions and a tangy avocado cream sauce, be sure to order your own plate as these fries are addictive and you won’t want to share! 21 Seoul Sausage, 236 S Los Angeles St Come to Mitsuru Cafe for your daily dose of sweet magic as they churn out piping-hot, stuffed red bean before your very eyes. The perfect size for snacking, dessert, or maybe even sharing, we bet you can’t just have one. Milk Teas Mitsuru Cafe, 117 Japanese Village Plaza Mall 27 With 16 different base options to choose from, from the classic green milk tea to spunkier options such as the red velvet black milk tea, Snociety has 22 Okinawa you covered when you need a full-bodied, creamy Mitsuru & Grill is known near and far for being the go-to milk tea in your life. place when you want to grab a table,fill your belly and soothe Snociety, 330 E 2nd St, Ste C your soul with comfort food and a welcoming ambience that hits the spot. Their , a rich bowl of brothy noodle “I love the refreshing milk teas from Snociety soup topped with (fish cake), sliced scallion, and a in LA’s Little Tokyo.” thick slice of stewed pork belly, is a customer favorite. – George Takei, Actor Mitsuru Sushi & Grill, 316 E 1st St

6 7 28 Red Bean 32 Ice Cream Shaped like an adorable 3D fish, Snowya’s taiyaki might at first Composed of light and creamy matcha soft serve and appear too pretty to eat! The crispy and buttery flakiness of the generously dusted with a fine matcha powder that comes outside gives way to a warm and buttery red bean filling that through in every sweet bite, Tea Master of Little Tokyo’s will have you thanking your lucky stars you took that first bite. Matcha Ice Cream is like a fine culinary melody you won’t Snowya, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St, Ste 103 be able to or want to get out of your head. Tea Master of Little Tokyo, 450 E 2nd St 29 Street Cart Fries + Sangria Diving into a basket of Street Cart Fries with a glass of 33 Aburi Salmon Salad sangria is a culinary combination that you don’t know you If you’re looking for something light and fresh but filling, need till the moment you have it. The balanced blend of fruit, head over to Teishokuya of Tokyo (TOT) for their Aburi spice and citrus from the sangria is the perfect complement Salmon Salad. Delicate salmon pieces are freshly seared and to the salty and tangy creaminess of the fries, guaranteed to arranged over a bed of salad greens with seaweed, avocado, incite a flavor explosion in your mouth. cucumber, chives, and a refreshing ponzu dressing. Spitz, 371 E 2nd St Teishokuya of Tokyo (TOT), 345 E 2nd St 30 34 Lunch Special: Tori Soboro Bowl Suehiro Cafe’s classic Sukiyaki epitomizes the unpretentious Shake up your lunch routine and let Torigoya entice and nostalgic feelings you’ll get from dining here. Your bowl you with their homey and satisfying Tori Soboro Bowl. will be filled to the brim with noodles, cabbage, tofu, onions, They simmer their ground chicken in a lightly sweet soy bamboo shoots, and thinly-sliced beef steak, all swimming sauce gravy and plate it over a bed of rice all topped with together contently in a flavorful brothy soup that’s sure to a raw quail egg for a meal that’s sure to hit the spot. take you back to the comfort of grandmother’s kitchen. Torigoya, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St, Ste 203 Suehiro Cafe, 337 E 1st St

Sashimi Deluxe 31 When you’re looking for melt-in-your mouth sashimi, Sushi Gen is the place to go. Always served fresh daily with excellent, quality portions for both lunch and dinner, the Sashimi Deluxe is a favorite that will not disappoint. Sushi Gen, 422 E 2nd St “Sushi Gen is definitely my top favorite in Little Tokyo!” – Christine, @LosAngelesFoodieGirl

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