
According to their data, kakizome is the traditional first letter of the new year.
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“You will be able to write encouraging wishes and enjoy a diverse cultural program that includes origami, Japanese games, a concert, treats, and much more. Kakizome is a time of silence, concentration, and inspiration, when with the help of a brush and ink, you formulate your intentions for the coming year. Come and try it, feel it, and take with you not just a character, but its deep meaning. The event is suitable for everyone, including beginners. Admission is free,” the message notes.