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2024 OCO Mochitsuki Taikai (In Ancient Japan, Mochitsuki Taikai, Dates Back Centuries-An Integral Part of Japanese Society) Tanaka FarmsNEW

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Date: Sunday, 29 December, 2024       Time: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tanaka Farms
5380 3/4 University Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
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Map of Tanaka Farms, 5380 3/4 University Dr.

The Annual OCO Club Mochitsuki event at Tanaka Farms is a cherished Japanese cultural tradition celebrating the New Year with the time-honored art of mochi-making. Scheduled for Sunday, December 29, this family-friendly event begins with a Pound Off Challenge for invited teams from 7:00 to 9:00 am. From 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (or until supplies run out), the festivities open to the public, inviting everyone to participate in pounding and shaping mochi rice cakes. This hands-on experience brings the community together to honor heritage and share in the joy of crafting these delicious traditional treats for the New Year.

Date
Dec 29, 2024

Schedule Based on Group
Invited Teams: Pounding starts as early as 7:00 AM
Family Pounding: Open to the public starting at 9:00 AM (first come, first serve)

Membership Information
If you're not a member of OCO and would like to receive updates about upcoming events, you can join or renew your membership for the 2024-2025 year. Membership includes exclusive benefits and access to community activities.

Membership Fees
Household Family: $100
College Students (Ages 18-25): $50
Individual Seniors (Ages 65+): $50

How to Join or Renew Your Membership
Visit ocoyouth.org.

Click on the OCO Membership tab.
Select Join OCO to complete the registration process.

Location
Tanaka Farms, 5380 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612

About Mochitsuki Taikai 
Mochitsuki Taikai is an important part of Japan’s cultural heritage and, as such, has been preserved and passed down for generations. The event can vary from region to region with some local communities having their own unique customs and recipes for mochi. No matter where it's celebrated, however, Mochitsuki Taikai is always an important part of Japanese culture and tradition.

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