Something Different at the
Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
Enjoy contemporary art at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA), an epicenter of artistic experimentation and an incubator of new ideas. ICA LA builds upon its distinguished history of bold curatorial vision and innovative programming to illuminate the critical emerging voices in contemporary art and culture. They are committed to making contemporary art relevant and accessible for all.
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Sample Itinerary – Little Tokyo & Arts District
Date: [INSERT DATE]
Location: Little Tokyo & Arts District, Los Angeles, CA
10:00 AM: Parking
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Modern Parking Inc. Japanese Village Plaza | 111 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, 90012 | $15 all-day | |
| Joe’s Auto Parks Little Tokyo Mall | 319 E. 2nd St, Los Angeles, 90012 | $15 all-day | |
| Advanced Parking Systems | 401 E. 2nd St, Los Angeles, 90012 | $10 all-day | |
| Parking Lot 7 | 140 N. Judge Aiso St, Los Angeles, 90012 | $9 all-day |
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Take a Street Tour & Have Some breakfast
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Mural & Street Art Self-Guided Tour | 700 First St, Los Angeles, 90012 | Free | Take a self-guided tour of the mural and street art in the Los Angeles Art’s District. While in the area, check out the multiple breakfast and coffee spots in the area |
Places to have a coffee or little pastry for under $5
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Zinc Café | 580 Mateo St, 90013 | $3.50-$20.00 | Enjoy a tiny bite or a bigger breakfast. Note that pastries and coffee are under $5 and larger breakfasts can range in price.
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| Groundwork Coffee Co. | 811 Traction Ave, 90013 | $4.00-$15.00 | |
| Urth Caffe | 459 S. Hewitt St, 90013 | $4.00-$20.00 | |
| Blue Bottle Café | 582 Mateo St, 90013 | $3.50-$10.00 |
11:30 AM – 1:30 AM: Japanese American History & Contemporary Art
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Go For Broke Monument | 355 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 | Free | This monument is outdoors next to the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA. If you are looking for a specific name, you can look it up in the Monument Name Locator. |
| Japanese American National Museum | 100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, 90012 | $9-$16 | Free every third Thursday of the month from 5-8 PM. You can also download the app for a digital guide. |
| MOCA Geffen Contemporary | 152 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, 90012 | Free | Free with RSVP. Make sure to take a look at their events, too. Parental Discretion is Advised. |
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Learn About Japanese Arts & Culture
Visit the Japanese American Culture and Community Center (JACCC) and the LA Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Japanese American Culture & Community Center (JACCC) | 244 S. San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 | Free | Find out about their events. |
| Los Angeles Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple | 505 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, 90013 | Free | Learn about their upcoming events. |
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Late Lunch
Have lunch at the Japanese Village Plaza or in Little Tokyo
| 5 Japanese Food Spots With Food Under $5 | 6 Japanese Food Spots With Food Under $10 | 6 Food Spots Under $15 |
| Rice & Nori | Marugame Monzo | Spitz – Little Tokyo |
| Fugetsu-Do | Roll Spot | Millet Crepe Little Tokyo |
| Marukai Market | Shiro Café in Little Tokyo | Café Dulce |
| Torigoya | Teishokuya of Tokyo | Jist Café |
| Mitsuru Cafe | Izakaya Gazen | Champions Curry |
| Yamazaki Bakery | Daikokuya Annex | Aloha Café |
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Contemporary Art
You may want to park a little closer to the area
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| Hauser & Wirth | 901 E. 3rd St, Los Angeles, 90013 | Free | Make sure to check out their garden and chicken coup. |
| Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles | 1717 E. 7th St, Los Angeles, 90021 | Free | There is free parking in the surrounding areas if you can’t find parking at the museum. |
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Eat Dinner
Have dinner at a restaurant in Little Tokyo.
There are many tasty restaurants in Little Tokyo. Eat an appetizer or a full dinner at a local favorite like Azay, Marugame Monzo, Rakkan Ramen, Shabu Shabu House, and many others.
8:00 PM – Watch a Play
Check out a play at the East West Players
| Location | Address | Cost | Notes |
| East West Players | 120 N Judge John Aiso St., Los Angeles 90012 | $12.00-$70.00 | Check out what’s playing on the East West Players website. |
- Japanese American National Museum
- The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
- Go For Broke Monument
- Japanese Village Plaza
- Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (JACCC)
- Los Angeles Higashi Honganji Buddhist Temple
- East West Players
- Hauser & Wirth
- Mural & Street Art Self-Guided Tour
- Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
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