Seasonal Calendar

Japan celebrates the seasons all year round. Pick a month to see what's happening and what people eat, give and decorate with.

1. January

   Oshogatsu (New Year)

2. February

   Setsubun (Feb 3)

   • Hinamatsuri: Japan's Doll Festival and the Meaning of Hina Dolls
   • Setsubun: Why Japanese People Throw Beans at Demons Every February

3. March

   Hinamatsuri (Mar 3) · Hanami begins

   • Hinamatsuri: Japan's Doll Festival and the Meaning of Hina Dolls
   • Sakura Season Treats: 12 Cherry Blossom Flavors to Try at Home
   • Hanami Guide: How Japanese People Celebrate Cherry Blossoms

4. April

   Hanami (cherry blossoms)

   • Sakura Season Treats: 12 Cherry Blossom Flavors to Try at Home
   • Hanami Guide: How Japanese People Celebrate Cherry Blossoms

5. May

   Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day)

6. June

7. July

   Tanabata (Jul 7) · Summer festivals

8. August

   Obon

9. September

   Tsukimi (moon viewing)

10. October

11. November

    Shichi-Go-San

12. December

    Omisoka (New Year's Eve)