Terminal Islanders gathered on June 12 at George Bellis Park in Buena Park for their first picnic since 2020.

Three hundred attended and enjoyed a day of good food, entertainment and games. Most importantly, they were able to share time together. 

Families participated in a sack race and other competitions. 

A tradition at the picnic is ondo dancing. Terminal Islanders also dance in other community groups’ summer festivals and Obon celebrations.

Above: Terminal Islanders board members. Below: The Matsumoto family.

Photos by MARIO GERSHOM REYES/Rafu Shimpo