TOKYO HOLIDAYS

New Years Day

	January 1

This is a major holiday in Japan, where families gather together, eat and drink food that are supposed to bring good luck. Many also go to temples around the nation in order to pray for a good year ahead.

Coming-of-Age Day

	January 11

Coming of Age Day, in Japanese Seijin no Hi, is a holiday annually held on the second Monday of January. This holidays is made in order to celebrate youngsters who have reached the age of 20 years, the age when young are considered to be adults. Festivities include coming of age ceremonies held around the country.

National Founding Day

	February 11

Vernal Equinox Day

	March 20

Day of Showa

	April 29

Constitution Memorial Day

	May 3

Greenery Day

	May 4

Children's Day

	May 5

Marine Day

	July 20

Respect-for-the-Aged Day

	September 21

Substitute for the National Day

	September 22

Autumnal Equinox Day

	September 23

Health-Sports Day

	October 12

Culture Day

	November　3

Labor Thanksgiving Day

	November 23

Emperor's Birthday

	December 23