Kotohajime at JACCC on Jan. 6

Special guests include Arugakki (taiko group), Tetsuya Nakamura (harmonica player), Ken Aiso (violinist), and Matsumae Kai (traditional folk musicians).

The ritual shooting of the arrow — a purification ceremony – will be performed by Ikkyu of the Los Angeles Kyudo Archery Group.

Tickets are $20 general, $18 for JACCC members. For reservations, visit http://jaccc.org.