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2024 Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration – CANCELLED!
Sunday, January 14, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For the safety of our attendees, staff, and volunteers, we will be cancelling Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration.
For anyone who pre-registered online, we will be refunding your ticket sales.
Stay safe and warm!
Mochitsuki New Years Celebration
Mochitsuki is celebrated annually in January to kick off the New Year! This event will feature a variety of activities including Mochitsuki (rice pounding), Kakizome (first calligraphy of the year), Omikuji (Fortunes), New Year children’s games, and more. Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with delicious mochi, musical performances, and Japanese cultural activities. This is a great opportunity to learn about Japan’s rich New Year’s traditions and connect with the local Japanese community!
Activities
- Mochitsuki – rice pounding
- Kakizome – First calligraphy of the year
- Omikuji – New Year’s fortune telling
- Ikebana – Flower arranging by Ikebana International Dallas Chapter 13 and Sogetsu Dallas Branch
Performances
- Dallas Kiyari Daiko – Taiko drummers
- Cherry Blossom Choir – Children’s choir
- Sallad
Volunteers
Want to help make New Year’s Mochi? Get volunteer hours?
Sign up to volunteer at Mochitsuki!
Cost
General Admission – $10
JASDFW Member Admission – $5
Children (age 6-12) – $3
Children under 5 – free!
Tickets will also be available at the door
Date and Time
Sunday, January 14, 2024
2:00 – 5:00 PM
Location
500 North Central Expy, Plano, TX 75074
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