06/17/2020
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06/17/2020
We would like to thank the members and the community for participating in the Sharing the Spirit of Aloha Silent Online Auction. The JCCH appreciates your enthusiasm, support and generosity during our online event.
06/12/2020
The Sharing the Spirit of Aloha Online Silent Auction closes tomorrow (6/13). Make sure to place your last bids before the 7pm closing time! - https://mailchi.mp/jcch/program-preview-and-enriching-online-content-2616602
06/12/2020
This Honolulu building that was constructed in 1908 is now part of the Honolulu Museum of Art. Do you know what it was originally built to house? JCCH/Goichi Nakamoto collection #flashbackfriday #TokiokaHeritageResourceCenter #JCCHpicturecollection
06/11/2020
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Two more days until the Sharing the Spirit of Aloha online auction closes! Japanese textiles up for bid including this Large Obi fabric piece in orange and gold! https://jcch.cbo.io
06/10/2020
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Three more days until the Sharing the Spirit of Aloha online auction closes! Handmade slippers, and a $100 Nohea Gallery Gift Certificate are new to bid on - AND you can still be a winning bidder on several items from the JCCH Gift Shop! https://jcch.cbo.io
06/09/2020
Four more days until the Sharing the Spirit of Aloha online auction closes! There are still beautiful items from the shop and specialty gift items to bid on! https://jcch.cbo.io
06/06/2020
Origami Gift Card Holder
Culture Corner:
Origami Gift Card Holder
Have a gift card you want to give as a gift to that special graduate? Need a gift card holder but no time to go out to get one? Don’t worry, you can make one yourself through origami.. Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper. Its name comes from two Japanese words ... ori meaning “to fold” and kami meaning “paper.” Though some items are difficult to make, here’s a simple one for folding a gift card holder. You will need an 8 ½ in. by 11 in. paper for this project.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpi25aKJgTE
After you are done folding your gift card holder, you can personalize it any way you want for the special graduate. Happy folding!
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Great for the holidays, have the kids decorate it for their teachers or whomever.
06/05/2020
Several New Items added to the Online Silent Auction - https://mailchi.mp/jcch/program-preview-and-enriching-online-content-2616594
06/05/2020
Rabbit on the Moom
Culture Corner:
Moon Rabbit
Tomorrow night, June 5, 2020 will be the full moon for June which is sometimes called the Strawberry Moon. It is also known as the Rose Moon, Hot Moon or the Mead Moon. For many Japanese, when they look up at the moon, they see a rabbit in the moon. There are many stories about the Rabbit in the Moon. Here’s one that you can share with you family.
https://www.weingartdesign.com/TMaS/Stories/tmas1-RabbitonMoon.html
While the Japanese see a Rabbit in the Moon, other cultures see something different. For some they see a Man in the Moon (Germany) or a Toad in the Moon (parts of China, Angola and the Pacific Northwest) while others see a Lady in the Moon (New Zealand). What do you see when you look at the full moon?
If you miss the June full moon, don’t worry, the next one will be on July 5 and is called the Full Thunder Moon or the Hay Moon.
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Long ago, three forest friends, monkey, fox, and hare, lived together as great friends. They swore to be friends forever, and they also swore never to kill any living thing.
06/03/2020
What is it Wednesday?
For this week's What is it Wednesday, instead of a photo here's a description of an item. Let us know what you think it is. Answer will be posted as a comment below on Friday.
This item is usually carried on people's shoulders during events. It is believed to hold the spirit or deity of a specific area in Japan. During certain festivals, this item is taken out and paraded around with hopes of warding off misfortune and wishing for happiness and prosperity. What is it?
06/02/2020
Calling all high school, undergrad, and grad students! The Go For Broke National Education Center (GFBNEC) is hosting their annual contest! Entrants are asked to reflect of the legacy of the Japanese American WWII vets through essay, performance, or visual arts. Cash prizes available. Deadline is June 28!
@goforbrokenationaleducationcenter @gfbnec
http://goforbroke.org/news/annual_events/studentcontest/docs/2020_Student_Essay_Flyer.pdf.
06/01/2020
Sharing the Spirit of Aloha Online Silent Auction - https://mailchi.mp/jcch/program-preview-and-enriching-online-content-2616590
05/31/2020
JAMPilgrimages
Registration will begin Monday, June 1 on the Japanese American Memorial Pilgrimages website! Register early for a chance to win a JAMP pilgrimage book or JAMP pin on a sun visor! Registration is FREE! #tadaima #virtualpilgrimage #communityvirtualpilgrimage #nikkeistrong #nikkeiblockparty
05/30/2020
How To Fold An Origami Jumping Frog
Culture Corner:
Origami Frog
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about making an origami frog that jumps! After you are done, share your frog with us! Below is a link to an instructional video on how to fold your very own, origami jumping frog.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rht7y5kooJQ
In Japanese culture, the frog is seen as a good luck symbol. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru” which can also mean “to return. It is believed that travelers who carry a frog amulet on their trip will return safely home. Some also keep a frog in their wallet/purse with the belief that money will find its way back to them.
In parts of Hawaii there is an injurious type of frog … the coqui frog. These frogs are small, nocturnal, usually brown and have a high pitched call (ko-kee). These frogs were accidentally introduced to Hawaii around 1988. If you think you see or hear one on Oahu, call 643-PEST.
Some interesting frog facts:
1. There are over 5,000 species of frog
2. Some frog calls can be heard up to a mile away!
3. Some frogs are known to jump 20 times their body length!
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Learn how to fold an origami jumping frog! This is the best jumping frog ever. The steps are easy enough to memorize too! #howtodraw #artforkidshub 🎨 ART SUP...
05/28/2020
Preview New Gift Items - https://mailchi.mp/jcch/program-preview-and-enriching-online-content-2616586
05/27/2020
What is it Wednesday?
Know what the posted image is? Post your answer as a comment below. Answer will be posted as a comment on Friday.
05/26/2020
Sumofish designed Year of the Rat t-shirts are 50% through June 12 at the JCCH Gift Shop! To check size availability call 945-7633 x43.
05/23/2020
How To Make Origami Turtle - Easy Origami Turtle
Cultural Corner:
Turtle Day
Today is World Turtle Day! World Turtle Day started in 2000 by the American Tortoise Rescue for the celebration and protection of turtles and tortoises. Since 2002, May 23 has been recognized as the date for World Turtle Day.
In Japanese culture, the turtle or kame, symbolize good luck and longevity. It is one of the four Guardian Beasts that were once believed protected the city of Kyoto. The kame is often portrayed with the tsuru or crane to symbolize long life, prosperity and good fortune.
In Hawai‘i we also have turtles. The Hawaiian green sea turtle or honu are the largest hard-shelled sea turtle in the world, reaching lengths of four feet and weights over 300 pounds. Adults mainly eat algae and sea grasses which turn their fat layer green giving them their green color. The honu symbolizes good luck, endurance and long life.
Here are a few ways you can celebrate World Turtle Day.
1) Fold an origami turtle. For our young ones, please ask an adult for help. An instructional video can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDeVeYaVsJg
2) Wear the color green or dress up as a turtle
3) Keep our beaches and environment clean for our turtle and tortoise friends
Some fun turtle facts:
1) Turtles live on every continent except for Antarctica
2) The Leatherback turtle is the fastest turtle
3) A group of turtles is called a “bale”
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Watch this video to learn how to make origami turtle step by step . This origami turtle is very easy to make for begginers with paper. I hope this paper turt...
05/23/2020
Sharing the Spirit of Aloha Online Silent Auction - https://mailchi.mp/jcch/program-preview-and-enriching-online-content-2616582
Preview the online auction and register to bid! The online auction opens on June 1 at 10:00 am. New items will be added every few days!
05/22/2020
JCCH working hard and safe in the Tokioka Heritage Resource Center archiving special collections!
05/21/2020
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i's cover photo
05/21/2020
In joining the community to combat the coronavirus (Covid-19), the JCCH campus has been temporarily closed with on-site programs postponed or cancelled. The unexpected cessation of activity has caused JCCH to suffer deep financial losses that require emergency changes. In the near term, we may even need to partially close to reorganize our operations.
As the JCCH faces these uncertain times, like many others, we are evaluating how to most effectively continue our charge to honor our heritage, embrace our diversity, and share our future. Today, we invite your support of the JCCH Annual Fund as we work to start a new chapter. To give online visit: https://www.jcch.com/donation-form
05/21/2020
What is it Wednesday?
Know what the posted image is? Post your answer as a comment below. Answer will be posted as a comment on Friday.
05/21/2020
Kristi Yamaguchi
Culture Corner:
Maneki Neko
When you go shopping or eat out you’ve probably seen something near the entry that’s white, black and yellow, has whiskers, holds a golden coin and has a paw up. Yup you guessed it ... the Maneki Neko or the beckoning cat. Maneki Neko can be found in businesses, restaurants and even in people’s home.
There are many stories about Maneki Neko and one of the oldest dates back to 1852! Known as the Beckoning Cat, he is also called the Lucky Cat, Money Cat and the Welcoming Cat. For a story about Maneki Neko, please visit https://www.facebook.com/kristiyamaguchi/videos/879308222533764/?__so__=permalink&__rv__=related_videos.
Some interesting tidbits about Maneki Neko …
1) A right paw raised invites money/good fortune while a left paw raised invites customers/people. Both paws raised invites protection for a home or business.
2) The higher the paw the more money, fortune, customers the cat can bring in
3) A white cat is for purity/happiness, a black cat is to ward off evil or cure sickness, gold cats are for money/wealth and red/pink cats are for love.
4) The koban (old type of Japanese coin) signifies wealth and material abundance.
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Story time! Maneki Neko, the Tale of the Beckoning Cat
05/19/2020
The Spring/Summer Legacies newsletter is online! In this issue read about the young researchers and interns who have advanced their educations and life experiences
at the JCCH, along highlights from the JCCH archives.
https://www.jcch.com/sites/default/files/Legacies_SprSum2020_r5_0.pdf
05/18/2020
Japanese American Memorial Pilgrimages and the National Park Service announce Tadaima! A Community Virtual Pilgrimage. Mark your calendars for the Opening Ceremony: Saturday, June 13, 2020
05/16/2020
Origami Crane (Folding Instructions)
Culture Corner:
Tsuru
The Japanese crane (tsuru) is a popular symbol in Japanese culture symbolizing monogamy, fidelity, and long life. These birds migrate from Siberia and Asia to places in Japan such as Kagoshima and Yamaguchi prefectures. There is also a flock that permanently lives on the island of Hokkaido. The crane is highly respected by the Japanese people, and children are often taught to behave like the tsuru because of its well manners. It often adorned the palaces and gardens of feudal lords for good luck. Even in places where it was not possible to have live cranes, they were symbolized with iron sculptures.
The JCCH is happy to announce that through the efforts of the community, the JCCH collected 9066 tsuru for the Tsuru for Solidarity project. A big ARIGATOU to all parties involved in the folding/stringing process.
Make your own crane with instructions found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyC7pkT-dE0.
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With these step-by-step instructions, you will learn how to make an Origami Crane. It is an easy and classic traditional design that is perfect for beginners...
05/15/2020
AAPI Day Against Bullying + Hate
Hawaii can teach the world about ALOHA. Take the pledge to end hate and bullying anywhere you find by:
• Help stop bullying by not bullying others
• Report bullying that I see or experience to my school and my parents
• Help someone I see who is being bullied
• Spread the word about bullying awareness
• Share information and resources about bullying prevention and response
• Be proud of who I am and celebrate our differences
#UnitedWeStand
https://acttochange.org/dayagainstbullying/
Act To Change is rallying the nation around the 2nd annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Day Against Bullying + Hate on May 18, 2020. It’s more important now than ever that we stand up
05/15/2020
Maybe your kupuna remember if they ever had to wear a different kind of mask. Our historic picture collection gives us a window into times when we have had to work together as a community to weather great challenges. Today we are wearing cloth masks, and remembering that like generations before us, with ALOHA we will prevail. #wearyourmask #ThrowbackThursday #TokiokaHeritageResourceCollection JCCH/Rev. & Mrs. Toshio Hirano Collection.
05/13/2020
The Gift Shop has manga and the newest graphic novel available online! While the JCCH Gift Shop plans a limited opening at JCCH you can still order publications online for all ages. Check it out!
https://www.jcch.com/gift-shop
05/12/2020
The JCCH Gallery/Gift Shop will be re-opening on Friday, May 15, 2020. The new hours are: Tuesday-Friday, 9 am - 12 pm.
* Please Note new social-distancing requirements for the protection and comfort of our patrons:
- Customers must wear a mask before entering.
- The shop can accommodate four customers at a time.
- Customers will be asked to maintain a 6' social-distance from one another.
- Customers and visitors must take a survey before being allowed in the exhibit or gift shop.
*Also, the Okage Sama De exhibit will be open by appointment only.
- To make an appointment please contact Ken Yoshida at [email protected], or call 945-7633 x 43
*Please note: No donations to the Gift Shop are being accepted at this time. Thank you!
05/11/2020
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and caregivers of every kind. You are loved, appreciated, and admired for everything you do. Thank you.
Honolulu Midwife Club, ca. 1950. JCCH/Eleanor Sakamoto Collection. #TokiokaHeritageResourceCenter #JCCHPictureCollection
05/09/2020
Easy Paper Tulip Origami Flower
Cultural Corner:
Origami Tulip
Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper. It’s name comes from two Japanese words ... ori meaning “to fold” and kami meaning “paper.” Though some items are difficult to make, here’s a simple origami tulip activity you can do with your family … just in time for Mother’s Day. In Japan, the tulip has the meaning of “fame” while in the West is has the meaning of “eternal love.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFHGsHdY8w4
Note: You will need two sheets of paper, one slightly smaller than the other. If using origami paper (15 cm x 15 cm, you can trim one down to 12 cm x 12 cm.
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Easy Origami for Kids. Origami Flower: These easy paper tulips are a great beginners origami project. Love these Origami Tulips. They look great on the front...
05/08/2020
Take a break on #TGIF and enjoy lunch in the yard or on the lanai. it is a beautiful day heading into the weekend! JCCH/Dorothy C. Arakawa collection #FridayFun #FlashbackFriday #TokiokaHeritageResourceCenter
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Honolulu, HI
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2454 South Beretania Street Honolulu, Hawai'i 96826 JCCH Hours: Community & Historical Gallery and Gift Shop: Monday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Resource Center: Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Administrative Office: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Activities available for children & adults in the 5th floor ballroom for today’s New Year’s ‘Ohana Festival
Lots of food available at today’s New Year’s ‘Ohana Festival! Okonomiyaki, bento, yakisoba, bow beef sticks, yaki mochi, andagi & more on the ground floor along Beretania St.! You can purchase scripts on the ground floor & 5th floor
Taiko drumming to really kick off the festivities at our New Years Ohana Festival!
Traditional blessing to open today’s New Years Ohana Festival!
Just a sample from Ryugen Taiko - one of several groups performing on the JCCH Teruya Courtyard Stage this coming Sunday at the `Ohana Festival! #ohanafest2020 #Taiko
After an informative and though-provoking talk by Professor Emeritus George Tanabe- participants of all ages came together to honor old and make new traditions at the Mochitsuki Workshop and Presentation this morning. Getting ready for the New Year! #jcchpresents
Scenes from a wonderful Volunteer Holiday Luncheon! JCCH volunteers were treated to a buffet lunch, gifts, games and a special dance performance by Education and Programs Manager, Derrick Iwata. We extend our heartfelt thanks for everything our volunteers do to keep the JCCH train running!
And they’re off! JCCH members are picking out their favorite treasures at the Things Japanese Sale!
Enjoy the friendly faces, food, fun and cultural experiences that continue all day today at the Okinawan Festival! Stop by and experience the Bunkwa Nu Shima cultural village!
The Bon Dancing has begun! Join JCCH tonight at the Moiliili Summer Festival- until 10pm!
Do you have your Yukata for Bon Dance season yet? There will be an array to choose from at JCCH’s Craft & Collectibles Fair and Kimono sale this Saturday, May 11- 9am-1pm! #JCCHPresents #Kimono #Yukata #BonDance
Adam Jansen from the Hawaii State Archive shares a little bit of history about documents in the State collection from the 1860 Japanese Embassy landing in Hawaii. On view now on the 4th floor of the Hawaii State Capitol!
We are bringing out “Things Japanese” all day! Stop by and be a part of the next wave of intrepid explorers!
Setsubun 2019
Today is Setsubun, so all of the JCCH staff got together to banish bad luck from the Center and invite good fortune in!
Thank you Ryugen Taiko!
Thank you Kenshikan Kendo Club
Thank you Tenrikyo Mission of Hawaii!
Thank you Royal Hawaiian Band!
Royal Hawaiian Band playing Kikaida!
Taiko at the main stage! Thank you Taiko Center of the Pacific!
Thank you Hawaii Matsuri Taiko and Somei Taiko!
Taiko has begun!
The opening blessing has begun!
Thank you to the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor and everyone who participated or tuned in for today's Regional Youth Summit on Japanese American Incarceration in World War II.
Slay the dragon!
JCCH board members, past and present, along with Mayor Carlisle and JCCH President Carole Hayashino slay the balloon dragon at yesterday's anniversary/exhibit celebration. Thank you Ann Nakata and our volunteers from Iolani for putting this dragon together.
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2111 S Beretania St
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100th Infantry Battalion Veterans aka Club 10
520 Kamoku St -
1601 East-West Rd
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University of Hawaii Insect Museum
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University of Hawaiʻi Museum Studies Program
1890 East-West Road, Moore 324 -
3190 Maile Way, Rm 101
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1541 S Beretania St
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P.O.Box 75071
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1920 Ala Moana Blvd, # 103
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1663 Kapiolani Blvd
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2005 Kalia Road
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P.O. Box 75633
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1526 Makaloa St, # B
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Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Arc
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USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
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Home of the Brave Brewing Company
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Honolulu Museum of Contemporary Pop
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63 Cowpens St
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2131 Kalia Rd.
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909 Waimanu St
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1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, Hawaii 96818
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3599 Waialae Ave, Rm 25
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Remember Honor Salute Foundation
909 Waimanu Street -
63 Cowpens St
Comments
My name is Ryuma Matsuzaka. I am an actor and live in NY.
This is a difficult time not only for freelance artists like ourselves, but everyone from restaurant workers, students, family members and especially medical care workers due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Many of us are suffering financially and more than anything, mentally.
I am not usually the type to get upset, but since the "New York State on Pause" order took effect, I lost all of my motivation as an actor because we can not predict what's gonna happen next.
After watching Governor Cuomo's press conference and world celebrities sing John Lennon's Imagine, I regained hope. I am an artist. My mission is to deliver my message to you all by expressing under any circumstances. I thought it is time that we, as artists stand up together for all over the world and our Japanese community. That's why I decided to make a video of Sukiyaki (Ue o Muite Arukō) song by Mr. Ryu Sakamoto, with lyrics by Mr. Rokusuke Ei and music by Mr. Hachidai Nakamura.
I hope this video will send a message to all over the world and Japanese community of all over the world.
We are facing an unprecedented situation, but we are not alone.
We are all in this together, and will eventually get through this challenge.
Let’s keep our heads up high.
Please share this song. I hope someone will get smile.
What's the mochi pounding schedule for 2020... don't want to miss it!
With Carole Hayashino and my wife🌈
Okinawan Festival Aug31 2019
Sumie study painting
Thanks!
Blue Skull Tattoos
Pintura de estudio
Sumi-e
Gracias!
Another GREAT Event this year! Well organized, fun and a nice relaxing day for adults and keiki alike! The parking and shuttle arrangement is AWESOME! Stress-free with all that FREE and plentiful parking at the University of Hawaii. Friendly shuttle bus drivers. Friendly and plentiful HPD and other security keeping us all safe and happy. If you missed it...WHY?
Acuarela
BLUE SKULL TATTOOS
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Gracias!!
Aloha! We are looking for staff at Washington Middle, Jarrett Middle School, Kalakaua Middle and Central Middle. We hope you can share out our post!
Just finished the trailer for David Cunningham's Running for Grace, and wanted to offer my recommendation for a film based around the history of Japanese/Hawaiian culture. Judging from the trailer, the film follows an illicit romance between a young Japanese American and the daughter of a prominent white businessman. Along with the setting of 1920s Hawaii, the film is shaping up to be one of incredible cultural relevance, and one which I can't wait to see. It begins it's theatrical run at the Dole Cannery from the 19th-27th, so do try and make it out if you get the chance. Hope to see some of you there!
To whom it may concern: I am greatly disappointed to hear that JCCH is going to host the hate speech of Masako Ganaha. Given the long history of Japanese oppression of Okinawa, amplifying Ganaha's efforts to eradicate Okinawan identity and history is a step in the wrong direction. My family is a long time supporter of your institution. I look forward to your efforts to rectify the situation.
BLUE SKULL TATTOOS
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Gracias!!