Japan celebrates Greenery Day to honor nature and the environment every May 4
Japan transforms its calendar into a celebration of the natural world every May 4th, honoring the Emperor's love for plants through the serene and reflective national holiday known as Greenery Day.
Greenery Day, or Midori no Hi, is a Japanese national holiday dedicated to appreciating nature and being grateful for its blessings. Originally held on April 29th to mark the birthday of Emperor Showa, who was a passionate biological researcher, the holiday was moved to May 4th in 2007. It serves as a centerpiece of Golden Week, one of Japan's busiest vacation periods.
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