2021 Coming of Age Ceremony
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osted by the Japanese Friendship Garden, Azunakai, and the San Diego Yokohama Sister City Society, the Coming of Age Ceremony (Japanese: “Seijin-shiki”)* is an important rite of passage for many young Japanese adults in Japan, just turning twenty. Many of them attend a ceremony at their local community center, dressed in traditional kimono or western suits to celebrate the new chapter in their lives. Unmarried women have the chance to wear the elaborate long-sleeved kimono called furisode. Families and friends will take many photos together on this occasion. Students from all cultures and backgrounds are highly encouraged to participate in this event. Kimono rental service is available upon request and participants are welcome to wear any other formal or cultural attire.
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*Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, the 2021 Coming of Age Ceremony has been formatted as a photoshoot session for participants and their guests at JFG’s Inamori Pavilion. Kimono rental and/or dressing will still be available the day of and reservations will be required for both the photoshoot and kimono rental and/or dresssing.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING WAITLIST REGISTRANTS
Date: Saturday – Sunday, January 16-17, 2021
Location: Japanese Friendship Garden, Inamori Pavilion
*Inquiries can be e-mailed to Jon at events-marketing@niwa.orgParticipant Photoshoot Reservation fee (Suggested for those 18 – 22 years of age) … $75
Includes full access to JFG and photoshoot at the Inamori Pavilion. Please note that kimono rentals and dressings are made separately — see below for more information. Please be sure to identify who guests are by providing all of their names in the participation registration form.
Seijinshiki photoshoot will be conducted by Pacific Fusion Photography and includes portrait style images by the Inamori Pavilion waterfall and other scenic areas. A minimum of 15 photos will be guaranteed and sent via email or cloud.
Kimono Rental + Dressing or Kimono Dressing only (reserved and sold separately)
Kimono rentals and dressing are arranged separately through Yuko Niwa at a bargain price. After completing your registration, please contact Yuko at yukoniwa@gmail.com or 858.752.2206. Be sure to mention the Japanese Friendship Garden Coming of Age Ceremony when inquiring for your request. Also note that their may be time and/or inventory limitations when inquiring for a kimono rental & dressing..
Guest Entry fees
Student, Military, Senior (65+) Guest Entry … $10
General Guest Entry … $12
Children (6 y/o or younger) … Free
