The traditional Japanese calendar, Rokuyo, while helpful in deciding which days are appropriate for important events, also serves as a guide to determine if the day will be lucky or not.

New Year's, or oshogatsu in Japanese, is the most important holiday in Japan, and it is celebrated quite differently than it is in the West.

Christmas shopping can be a fun experience in Japan.

The Children’s Day celebration reminds everyone how important the strength, happiness and health of children are for the future of a society.