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2025 New Year's Celebration: Oshogatsu (Japanese Cultural Events, Live Taiko, Rice Pounding, Calligraphy, Kite-Making, Lion Dancing..)NEW

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Date: Sunday, 26 January, 2025       Time: 11:30 am
Japan Society, New York (Youngest Landmark After 40 Years)
333 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017
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Map of Japan Society, New York (Youngest Landmark After 40 Years), 333 East 47th Street

Celebrate the New Year Japanese-Style at Oshogatsu. Join us for a family-friendly Oshogatsu celebration filled with traditional Japanese New Year activities and performances. Highlights include dynamic Taiko drumming by Taiko Masala (12:30 PM & 2:00 PM), Shishimai lion dancing, and hands-on workshops for kids. Engage in activities such as New Year’s calligraphy, rice pounding, kite making, storytelling, and more.

Date
Sunday, January 26, 2025

Time
11:30 am-3:30 pm

Location
Japan Society, New York

Schedule
11:30 am-3:30 pm: Event open
12:30 pm & 2:00 pm: Taiko performance and Shishimai lion dancing

Japanese boxed lunches and snacks will be available for purchase on-site from BentOn, with an inside picnic area provided.

Tickets
$20/$16 for Japan Society members
Free for children under 2 and Cool Culture members
Advance ticket purchase required
Recommended for children ages 3-10 and their families. Enjoy a day of joy and tradition to welcome the New Year!

 

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