Learn about pounding mochi together in preparation for the New Year.
Traditions
Explore our Hawai'i Japanese Traditions
Learn about Japanese New Year, the most important annual holiday in Japan.
Learn about a Japanese coming-of-age celebration for young children.
Learn about a Japanese public holiday to honor the wisdom, experience, and contributions of older adults.
Learn about a celebration of achievements and wishes based on a story about star-crossed lovers.
Learn about a time to honor the spirits of our ancestors.
Learn about an annual Japanese celebration of children!
Learn about an annual Japanese celebration of sakura and springtime!
Learn about a traditional Japanese holiday to celebrate girls!
Learn about a traditional Japanese holiday to banish evil and misfortune between winter and spring