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Respect for the Aged Day
A Japanese national holiday on the third Monday of September, dedicated to honoring elderly people and celebrating their longevity.
敬老の日に祖父母を訪ねた。
I visited my grandparents on Respect for the Aged Day.
敬老の日のプレゼントに何を贈ろうか迷っている。
I'm trying to decide what to give as a present for Respect for the Aged Day.
敬老の日には、地域の高齢者を招いて感謝の集いが開かれる。
On Respect for the Aged Day, a gathering of appreciation is held inviting elderly people from the community.
CULTURE:
敬老の日 is a national holiday (祝日) on the third Monday of September. It was established in 1966 to honor the elderly and celebrate long life. Many families visit grandparents and give gifts. Communities often hold special events for senior citizens.
RELATED:
敬老 means "respect for the elderly" and can be used in other compounds like 敬老精神 (spirit of respecting the elderly) and 敬老会 (party honoring the elderly).