Holidays in Japan
What’s Christmas in Japan Like?
Spending Christmas in Japan? Here's some of the things you can expect during the holidays.
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Japan’s Year-End Jumbo Lottery
What would you do with the prize money?
10 Holiday Food And Treats in Japan For 2024
Whether you’re looking for a festive donut or Christmas pizza, we’ve got you covered.
Christmas Cakes and Stollen in Japan
Looking for delicious Christmas cakes and stollen outside of Tokyo? Our list below includes ten boutique holiday sweets from around the country!
10 Winter Illuminations in Japan
From Hokkaido to Fukuoka, we've got you covered.
Where to Find Turkey in Japan
Discover where to find turkey in Japan, from online stores to local markets, and make your holiday feast a success.
How to Ask for Time Off Work in Japanese
It can be a tricky business asking for time off in a Japanese workplace. Try these useful phrases.
Japanese New Year Traditions: 10 Ways to Celebrate Like a Local
Put those pajamas on and settle in for a proper o-shogatsu—Japanese style.
All you Need to Know About Pocky Day in Japan
There’s no escape from the confectionery power of this ubiquitous chocolate-coated biscuit.
Tanabata: The Yin and Yang of Japanese Holidays
How much does Japan's star festival actually have to do with the stars?
Easy Father’s Day Gift Ideas in Japan
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for dad and where to get them—in person or online—so you don’t drop the ball this holiday.
Golden Week: What Are These Japanese Holidays?
Ever wonder about the history of Golden Week's holidays?
