OSHOGATSU KAI 2026
The time for our annual Oshogatsu Kai 2026 is almost here! Through a variety of activities and fun programs, we look forward to bringing smiles and excitement to everyone. Join your family and friends to enjoy the charm of a traditional Japanese New Year while celebrating the start of a brand new year together!
Activities include:
- Mochitsuki
- Shishi Mai Dance
- Kagami Biraki
- Kakizome
- Taiko Performance
- Fukuwarai
- Traditional games for kids
- Food and market vendors
- Ikebana mini workshop ($5 for children, $15 for adult)
- DJ: Ryo Kinjo
…and more!
Schedule
12:00pm - Opening Ceremony Start - Performance by Kyowa Taiko
12:15 - Greeting by Executive Director Jerrold McGrath
12:20 - Speech by Consul-General of Japan in Toronto Matsunaga Takeshi
12:25 - Kagami Biraki & Toast
12:40 - Mochitsuki Demonstration
1:30 - Shishimai dance
1:35 - Kid's Choir: "Snow", "Fire Pit", "Wings to Fly" by Gambare Kodomo Choir
1:50 - Kid's Dance: "Paprika", "Storm" by JC Kids Dance
2:30 - Mochitsuki experience at Kid's area
3:00 - Koto: Sakura Sakura by Aiko Fujii
3:10 - Shibu: あぁ白鷺の里 by Ayari Kan
3:20 - Yosakoi Dance by Kochi Yoskaoi; Ambassador KIZUNA International Team
Admission Ticket Price:
Online
- JCCC members: $5 +HST/ individual and $15 +HST/ Family (2 adults and 3 children)
- Non members: $10 +HST/ individual and $20 +HST/ Family (2 adults and 3 children)
- Senior (65+) / Child (6-12yrs) $5 +HST
At the Door (Card only)
- JCCC members: $10+HST/ individual and $20 +HST/ Family (2 adults and 3 children)
- Non members: $15 +HST/ individual and $30 +HST/ Family (2 adults and 3 children)
- Senior (65+) / Child (6-12yrs) $7 +HST
Membership can be applied to from here.
*Some vendors may only accept cash. Since there is no ATM at the JCCC, please be sure to bring cash with you.
Parking Information
Additional Parking Locations:
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100 Wynford Drive (Bell Canada Building)
- Gate hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Note: Only half of the parking spaces are available for use
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10 Sakura Way (Access Storage Building)
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Gate hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
How to Access 10 Sakura Way
- Turn on Sakura Way from Wynford Drive
- Go past the JCCC building on Sakura Way
- Continue all the way to the end of the road
