Darth Vader's iconic lightsaber is going up for sale. CicLAvia is back this weekend, taking over the streets from Echo Park to Boyle Heights. And an acclaimed Japanese restaurant on the westside is celebrating 15 years serving its own version of kaiseki cuisine.

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Darth Vader's iconic lightsaber is going up for sale. CicLAvia is back this weekend, taking over the streets from Echo Park to Boyle Heights. And an acclaimed&nbsp;Japanese restaurant on the westside is celebrating 15 years serving its own version of kaiseki cuisine.
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