New Year's Day in Japan (2021)

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New Year's Day in Japan (2021): date 2021-01-01; local name 元日; country Japan.

  • Date: 2021-01-01
  • Local name: 元日
  • Country: Japan
  • Year: 2021

New Year’s Day in Japan in 2021 was observed on **January 1, 2021**, known locally as *元日* (Ganjitsu). This nationwide holiday marks the first day of the Gregorian calendar year and is celebrated across Japan with traditional customs, family gatherings, and visits to shrines for good fortune. |*元日* (Ganjitsu) is the Japanese term for January 1st. |Yes, it is a nationwide public holiday celebrated throughout the country.

Date
2021-01-01
Local name
元日
Country
Japan
Year
2021

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