George J. Doizaki Gallery, 244 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Celebrate the start of 2025 with the breathtaking art of Japanese flower arranging at the 8th Annual Cultural Ikebana Exhibition, presented by the Ikebana Teachers Association of Southern California. Join JACCC on Sunday, January 5th at noon for a special ceremony featuring Mochitsuki (traditional rice pounding) and an electrifying Taiko performance by Kodama Taiko, setting the tone for a festive and inspiring New Year celebration. Discover the timeless elegance of Shōgatsu (New Year’s) ikebana arrangements crafted by master teachers from three renowned schools: Ikenobo (池坊), Sōgetsu (草月), and Ohara (小原). Using seasonal materials like pine, bamboo, plum blossoms, chrysanthemums, and camellias, these exquisite creations are designed to bring good luck, happiness, and renewal for the year ahead.