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Japan New Year Survival Guide: Closures, Transport & Hatsumode

Japan New Year Survival Guide: Closures, Transport & Hatsumode

🏠 2025年12月28日

Navigate Japan’s New Year (Nenmatsu Nenshi) with this practical guide. Learn about widespread closures, altered transport schedules, securing essential services, and experiencing Hatsumode successfully. Avoid unexpected friction.

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