2025 Celebrate the New Year with Mochi Traditions: Experience the Rich Traditions of Japanese New Year at Japanese Friendship Garden of PhoenixNEW

Celebrate the Japanese New Year with a Mochitsuki demonstration, showcasing the traditional art of rice pounding, followed by a hands-on Mochi Bana workshop where you’ll craft vibrant mochi decorations inspired by ikebana. Immerse yourself in these timeless traditions at the Garden!

Experience the rich traditions of Japanese New Year with two engaging activities in our Japanese Garden. Begin with a demonstration of Mochi Tsuki, the age-old practice of pounding glutinous rice to create mochi, a staple of New Year celebrations in Japan. Witness the artistry and cultural significance of this beloved tradition.

Then, get hands-on with Mochi Bana Creation, where you’ll shape and decorate mochi into vibrant arrangements inspired by ikebana. These beautiful and symbolic creations are a perfect way to capture the spirit of the season.

Join us for a day of cultural discovery and creativity, celebrating the timeless traditions of mochi in a stunning garden setting.

Date
Jan 5, 2025

Time
10:00 am - 11:30 pm

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