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Christmas 2024 in Japan

Christmas Day, on December 25, is one of the most festive Christian holidays in many countries around the world. It celebrates Jesus' birth.

Is Christmas a Public Holiday?

Christmas is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

It is time for children in many countries around the world to hang their Christmas stockings (or pillow cases), hoping for a present to arrive from Santa Claus on Christmas Day.

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About Christmas

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Christmas Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019WedDec 25ChristmasObservance
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2029TueDec 25ChristmasObservance

While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.