As springtime approaches, JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles is thrilled to announce a special giveaway that will bring the magic of Japan’s most beloved seasonal tradition right to your doorstep. In partnership with Kokoro Care, purveyor of exquisite bespoke gift boxes, we’re offering the chance to win their Spring “Sakura & Hanami” Package, a delightful collection of hand-curated Japanese treats inspired by cherry blossom season.
Hanami, which translates literally to “flower viewing,” is more than just a seasonal activity in Japan – it’s a centuries-old cultural tradition that honors the ephemeral beauty of life. When sakura (cherry) and ume (Japanese plum) trees burst into bloom, usually lasting only about a week, parks across Japan transform into gathering places for festive picnics where people spread blankets beneath canopies of pink blossoms, sharing food and drink with family and friends. This cherished ritual not only heralds the arrival of spring but also coincides with graduation ceremonies and hiring seasons, embodying the Japanese appreciation for beauty amidst the changing cycles of life.
Five lucky winners will receive this beautifully designed seasonal package (valued at $85 USD), carefully selected to capture the essence of hanami (flower viewing) picnics and springtime celebrations in Japan. Featuring picnic essentials and unique seasonal flavors, this package offers everything needed to create your own hanami experience at home. From the subtle floral notes of Honey Ume Vinegar to the delicate sweetness of Sakura Peanuts, each item is imbued with the charm of cherry blossom season and comes with descriptions in English, detailing the all-natural ingredients and introducing the local artisans behind these springtime delicacies. Enter the giveaway now for your chance to win – and even if you’re not one of the lucky five, all of our readers are invited to enjoy a 10% discount on Kokoro Care boxes using the code JapanHouseLASakura.
Entry Method
No purchase required to enter; simply follow the instructions below to enter online or by direct mail-in. Giveaway open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia, eighteen years of age or older:
Enter on Instagram:
(1) Follow the @japanhousela Instagram account;
Current followers can skip to #2, below.
(2) Like the Sweepstakes announcement post on Instagram; and
(3) Comment under the announcement post with the cherry blossom emoji, 🌸
or
b. Enter via Mail:
Mail a postcard with your name, address, phone number, and email address with a note referencing the Kokoro Care Sweepstakes, to JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, Attn: PR & Marketing Department, 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 205, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Upon receipt of the mail-in entry, you will receive one (1) entry into the Sweepstakes and your email address will be added to the JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles Newsletter subscribers list. All mail-in entries must be hand-printed.
There is a limit of one entry per person, and any entries attempted through the use of agencies, or robotic, repetitive, automatic, programmed or similar methods, or through the use of fraudulent email accounts are prohibited and will not be accepted.
Winners
Five winners will be selected by random drawing on or around May 1, 2025, and will receive one Spring “Sakura & Hanami” Box by Kokoro Care (retail value of approximately $85 USD). Those who have successfully submitted the affidavit back to JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles within 5 days of being notified, will receive their prize by May 20, 2025.
Prize Details
Spring “Sakura & Hanami” Box
Kokoro Care Spring “Sakura & Hanami” Box Details*To view the flipbook in full screen, please click on the “Fullscreen” icon on the lower right-hand corner from the window above.
DISCLAIMER: We provide ingredients and common allergens based on the packaging as a reference only. Please consume with caution based on your own individual health concerns as we cannot guarantee the presence or lack of certain ingredients, allergens and/or animal products.
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