Christmas in Japan ― Date, History, and Details
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History of Christmas in Japan and How to Celebrate/ Observe It
Christmas in Japan is a relatively new holiday that is celebrated on December 25th. Christmas Eve is often spent with family, eating a special dinner and exchanging gifts. On Christmas Day, many people attend church services. Santa Claus is known as “Santa Kurohsu” in Japan, and he brings gifts to children on Christmas Eve. Christmas trees and decorations are becoming more popular in Japan, although they are not yet as common as in other Western countries.