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The students had an exciting day at school on November 15th as they gathered for a lively magic show filled with fun and surprises! They were amazed by the magician’s incredible tricks and and eye-catching demonstrations that had everyone cheering...

During Okashiyashiki (Halloween Festival), older students (JHL 3 and up) set up candy shops full of treats and sweets. All students were able to enjoy buying items from each colorfully decorated shop and practicing Japanese in the process. The festival brought candy, smiles and fun to all...

This month’s newsletter is bursting with flavor and fun as our students roll up their sleeves for some hands-on activities! From crafting colorful creations to making and selling delicious dango, see how each class is able to enjoy learning about Japanese culture and language...

OCG held its Natsumatsuri Festival or Summer Festival for students, families and the community. This vibrant and fun event celebrates Japanese culture and community! At the start, students participated in dance (bon odori), followed by delicious foods, such as shaved ice, somen, onigiri, yakisoba and more...

Undokai! The pictures say it all. Thank you to all of our volunteers and teachers for a wonderful event!

Kodomo no Hi, or Children's Day, is a Japanese national holiday celebrated on May 5th to honor the happiness and growth of children. OCG celebrated with carp streamers and Kashiwa mochi...

This month OCG celebrated Hinamatsuri otherwise known as Doll's Day. Students enjoyed treats and learned all about the festival, enjoying the magnificently intricate details of each individual doll...

Last month OCG visited the Natural History Museum bringing every class to the museum. Students got to experience everything the museum...

This Month, our OCG students took part in Mochitsuki, the traditional Japanese custom of making mochi to celebrate the New Year...

OCG students ended 2024 with our Gakushu Happyokai, demonstrating all that they have learned for the OCG community...

To help our students and families, OCG is offering homework club held every Saturday right after class on campus...

OCG students held the annual Shukakusai (Harvest Festival) in October. With fruits, pastries, foods, and treats, OCG students . . .

"Otsukimi" is a Japanese custom of admiring the moon while people make offerings to express gratitude. . . .

The 2024-25 school year at Orange Coast Gakuen is off and running. We held our opening ceremonies welcoming our students and families . . .