Uncover the Secrets of a Lucky New Year at the Hohsa Library Exhibition
Discover the fascinating origins of Japan’s most cherished New Year’s traditions at the Hohsa Library’s special exhibition, "Auspicious New Year." Explore the history behind iconic symbols like kadomatsu and kagami mochi, and learn how these traditions shape contemporary celebrations. Unlike previous exhibitions, this year’s focuses specifically on the symbolism and historical context of good fortune practices, offering a deeper dive into the cultural significance of the New Year.
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Exhibition Details:
- Dates: January 4th (Sat) – January 26th (Sun), 2025
- Closed: Mondays (If a national holiday falls on a Monday, the exhibition will be closed the following weekday).
- Hours: 10:00 – 17:00 (Last entry at 16:30)
- Venue: Nagoya City Hohsa Library Exhibition Room
- Admission: Combined ticket with the Tokugawa Art Museum:
- General: ¥1,400
- University/High school students: ¥800
- Elementary/Junior high school students: ¥500
Contact Information:
- Nagoya City Hohsa Library
- Address: 〒461-0023 1001 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Nagoya City
- Tel: 052-935-2173
- Fax: 052-935-2174
- Website: https://housa.city.nagoya.jp/
Getting There:
- City Bus (Trunk Bus Route No. 2): From Nagoya Station Bus Terminal Platform 10 or Sakae Bus Terminal (Oasis 21) Platform 3, get off at "Tokugawaen Shin-deki" (approximately a 3-minute walk).
- JR Chuo Line: Get off at "Ozone Station" (approximately a 10-minute walk from the South Exit).
- Subway Sakuradori Line: Get off at "Kurumamichi Station" (approximately a 15-minute walk).
What is Hohsa Library?
Hohsa Library is a cultural and information center in Nagoya City, Japan. It features an extensive collection focusing on Japanese history, literature, and arts. The library often serves as a community hub, providing resources and hosting events that encourage learning and cultural engagement. Among its highlights are various events and exhibitions dedicated to traditional Japanese customs.
During the New Year period, the library emphasizes Japanese New Year traditions through workshops, lectures, and interactive displays. These activities include making mochi (rice cakes), crafting kagami-mochi (decorative rice cakes), and kakizome (the year’s first calligraphy). Through these offerings, the library helps visitors gain insight into Japanese New Year practices.
