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Japan Oshogatsu Survival: Navigating Closures & Solo New Year

Japan Oshogatsu Survival: Navigating Closures & Solo New Year

🏠 2025年12月23日

Don’t get caught unprepared for Japan’s New Year (Oshogatsu). This guide covers widespread closures, budget travel, solo traditions, and avoiding isolation. Plan your stress-free Japan holiday.

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