Get ready to pound mochi as part of the annual tradition at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre this Sunday.
Mochitsuki, meaning mochi-pounding, is a Japanese end-of-year tradition.
At 11:15 a.m., the Vancouver Japanese Gardeners Association will hold a demonstration of how the rice is pounded into mochi - and guests can join in on the experience.
Entertainment will also include:
- 11 a.m.: Chibi Taiko
- 12:30 p.m.: Satsuki-Kai Dance
- 1:30 p.m.: Judo demonstration
- 2:30 p.m.: Vancouver Okinawa Taiko
Vendors will include:
- Hatchan
- Japadog
- Yutaka Tea Room
- eF & Be Bakehouse
- Mükasi Coffee & Co.
- Tatchannoodle
- Japanese Crepe Sasuke
- Tea Lani
- Japanese Rice Bowl Association
For more information, check out the event webpage.
Mochitsuki in Burnaby 2024
When: Sunday, Dec. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre (6688 Southoaks Crescent)
Cost: Free admission
