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Marine Day - 海の日

執筆者の写真: Jasmine TsunodaJasmine Tsunoda


Marine Day, also known as "Ocean Day" or "Sea Day," is a public holiday in Japan usually celebrated on the third Monday in July. The purpose of the holiday is to give thanks for the ocean's bounty and consider its importance to Japan as a maritime nation. A maritime nation is any nation that borders the sea and is dependent on its use for the majority of the following state activities: commerce and transport, war, to define a territorial boundary, or any maritime activity (activities using the sea to convey or produce a result).


Japan’s deep connection with nature and Shinto beliefs manifests in profound gratitude for the vast seas, lakes, and rivers. In Shintoism, all facets of nature, including the boundless oceans, are intertwined with divine spirits.




Marine Day traces its origin back to July 20, 1876, when the Meiji Emperor safely returned to the Port of Yokohama after a daring voyage through Tohoku and Hokkaido. This event significantly formed the essence of Marine Day. Eventually, in 1995, the Japanese government elevated it to a revered celebration. Eventually, in 2003, the Happy Monday System legislation shifted Marine Day to the third Monday of July, creating a three-day weekend for the nation to appreciate the ocean.


Fun Fact: Japan is the only country in the world with a public holiday dedicated to blessing the oceans.



Ways to Celebrate


From beach festivals to maritime parades, there are numerous unique ways to celebrate Marine Day in Japan, including:


  • Attend a Beach Festival

  • Participate in Water Sports

  • Enjoy a Maritime Parade

  • Visit an Aquarium or Marine Museum

  • Indulge in Coastal Cuisine

  • Join a Marine Conservation Activity


Or, the Lantern Festival in Odaiba Marine Park offers a magical experience, with hundreds of beautiful paper lanterns lining the beach.



あなたは、どのように海を保護したいですか。

  • 節水

  • 汚染物質の削減

  • 責任ある釣りをする

  • 絶滅危惧種および絶滅のおそれのある種の保護

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From festivals to aquariums, hanging out by the sea, or enjoying some heartwarming seafood dishes, you can participate in many activities on Marine Day - 海の日! What have YOU done for Marine Day? What Conservationist Groups should we reach out to and cover next? Comment below or tag us in your photos on social media!



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