Gristmas Day During The Christmas Day

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Have you ever wondered what Japan does during the Christmas time? Well they do exactly the same things that we do just with a little twist. There are many things that people in Japan do on Christmas day.
To begin with , Christmas day in Japan is just a normal day. This is all normal because not everyone celebrates it. Even stores, schools, and offices are open. Also, when parents get home they open up gifts. This is one thing that has changed because the parents work and the kids go to school so they do it at night. There Christmas starts around 5:00 Then. Finally Christmas day is not just for presents it is also a loving time. They just don't care about gifts because they are more grateful for family. Not everyone celebrated but the people who do all these things. In conclusion , Christmas day in Japan is a lot different then us, in every way.
During Christmas Eve could be filled of many dinners, lights, and love. To begin with , Christmas Eve is important because it's a time of loving they treat this time for loving because it bring everyone together. when you go out on the town you can see all the love and caring. Also, on Christmas Eve is a time were restaurants are busy because people went to go eat a lot. All these people go out because they want to spend time with each other. Also , at this time is when most restaurants make their money. Lastly , Christmas Eve can be also know like valentine's Day. Valentine's day is more like Christmas Eve because everyone is all loving and caring. They also give out chocolates and feed to the girls. In conclusion , Christmas Eve can be filled with many loving people, big dinners, and a lot of lights.
Christmas in Japan consists of many foods, but here are some main ones. To Begi...

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...happy and Christmas cheer. In conclusion, Presents are expensive, caring and a way of love.
Christmas in Japan are full of traditions. To begin with Japan has many traditions, one is receiving and giving cards and presents. Receiving gifts and cards are a big part, because it shows that you care and you have respect. These usually are given to everyone who celebrates. In addition in Japan Santa is a sign of happiness. Santa is a huge part, Because if you stop believing then you get nothing from Santa, This shows that you believe. Happiness goes with the family part. Happiness can come from multiple ways but one way that makes a happy family, is having them all spend time together on Christmas. In Conclusion , Traditions in Japan are filled with happiness, joy and hope.
In conclusion, Christmas in Japan is a lot like ours but with a little more of a twist on it.

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