Eiko Terashita has hosted a New Year’s Day family feast for decades. This year, the 85-year-old did things a bit differently

We may focus on champagne and countdowns on New Year's Eve, but in Japan it's all about what comes after. New Year's Day is one of the most festive, celebrated days," says Elaine Shigeishi, an executive with Shiseido Canada. She explains that in Japan, everyone makes festive food and drops in on friends and family to make toasts. It's that optimistic view of opening up a new year and wishing everyone all the best."