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Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian bible.
Is Easter Sunday a Public Holiday?
Easter Sunday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2025, it falls on a 日曜日, and some businesses may choose to follow 日曜日 opening hours.
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus' resurrection from death.
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About Easter Sunday
Read more about Easter Sunday.Easter Sunday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 日曜日 | 4月12日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| 2021 | 日曜日 | 4月4日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| 2022 | 日曜日 | 4月17日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| 2023 | 日曜日 | 4月9日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| 2024 | 日曜日 | 3月31日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | 日曜日 | 4月20日 (日) | Easter Sunday | Public Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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