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Golden Week
A cluster of national holidays in late April and early May in Japan, typically allowing for a week-long vacation period.
Etymology
Abbreviation of 'Golden Week', the name for Japan's consecutive holiday period. The term was coined by the film industry in the 1950s.
Cultural note
Golden Week typically includes
- 昭和の日 (Showa Day) - April 29
- 憲法記念日 (Constitution Memorial Day) - May 3
- みどりの日 (Greenery Day) - May 4
- こどもの日 (Children's Day) - May 5
Usage
One of Japan's busiest travel periods. Hotels, flights, and transportation are often fully booked.