New Year's Day in Japan (2019)

New Year’s Day in Japan was observed on **January 1, 2019**, known locally as *元日* (Ganjitsu). This nationwide holiday marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year and is celebrated across the country with traditional customs, family gatherings, and visits to shrines. |*元日* (Ganjitsu) is the Japanese term for January 1st, reflecting its role as the first day of the year. |Yes, it is a nationwide holiday, widely observed with cultural and family traditions.