when do japanese celebrate christmas

Christmas is not a traditional holiday in Japan, but many people celebrate it as a commercial and cultural event. Christmas Day, December 25th, is often celebrated as a romantic holiday, with couples exchanging gifts and going on dates. However, the Christmas season in Japan is more about shopping and enjoying festive decorations and events, rather than religious or traditional customs. The Japanese have their own unique celebrations, such as Hatsumode, which is the first shrine visit of the year, and Setsubun, which is a festival for warding off evil spirits.