Observances in Japan in 2025

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Find out the dates, history and traditions of Tanabata.
Tanabata
Celebrate japan's national watermelon day on july 27th with juicy fun, tasty traditions, and vibrant festivities that capture the essence of summer in japan.
Watermelon Day
Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.
Obon
Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.
Obon
Obon is a popular three-day Buddhist festival in Japan focused on the spirits of ancestors.
Obon
Find out the dates, history and traditions of Omisoka.
Omisoka

List of Observances in Japan in 2025

Date Observances Category
Sunday Strawberry Day 🍓 Food
Friday Final Fantasy VII Day Culture
Monday Setsubun Folk
Saturday National Cat Day 🐱 Pets
Monday Tanabata Folk
Sunday Watermelon Day 🍉 Food
Wednesday Obon Folk
Thursday Obon Folk
Friday Obon Folk
Wednesday Omisoka Folk
Public Holidays in Japan for 2025 Public Holidays in Japan