42nd Annual Kotohajime: Hatsu-Ho 初穗 (First Crop)

Ring in the New Year with a vibrant celebration of Japanese tradition and culture at JACCC's 42nd Annual Kotohajime: Hatsu-Ho 初穗 (First Crop). Meaning “the beginning of things,” Kotohajime is a cherished tradition that symbolizes renewal and hope for the year ahead. This year’s theme, Hatsu-Ho (初穗), or “First Crop,” honors the ancient Japanese custom of offering the first harvest to the gods in gratitude and anticipation of abundance.
The 42nd Annual Kotohajime is supported in part by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) and The Henri and Tomoye Takahashi Charitable Foundation. In-kind support is provided by Mutual Trading Co., Sho Chiku Bai, and Yamajirushi.
Learn more at jaccc.org/kotohajime.