Events

January

♪　Kakizome Exhibition

Oshogatsu — Japanese New Year — is a big celebration in which friends and family get together to share wishes for a healthy and happy year and to participate in a variety of activities and celebrations. Kakizome, the writing of the first calligraphy of the new year, is traditionally held on January 2nd in Japan when people write auspicious words and phrases with calligraphy brush and ink.

♪　Mochitsuki / Japanese New Year Celebration

February

♪　Setubun Mamemaki

February 3rd is called Setsubun, which is also known as a bean throwing (mamemaki) festival in Japan. People throw roasted soybeans around houses and at temples and shrines to drive off bad luck and to bring good luck in. It's a custom to eat the same number of beans as one's age, hoping for good health and happiness.