Maru, Hana and Kitten Miri know the right way to start a new year — a luxurious brushing. Then it’s off for some swing time before a special New Year’s Day treat.

The kagami-mochi is a traditional Japanese decoration to bring good luck for the coming year. It’s definitely good luck for Maru, because it gives him an empty box to play in before he assumes his traditional role as the holiday centerpiece.