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Pentecost is a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whitsunday, or Whit Sunday.
Is Whit Sunday a Public Holiday?
Whit 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.
According to Christian texts, the Holy Spirit, often symbolized by a dove, descended on the apostles who received the gift of tongues. Pentecost celebrates this event.
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About Whit Sunday
Read more about Whit Sunday.Whit Sunday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 日曜日 | 5月31日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | 日曜日 | 5月23日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | 日曜日 | 6月5日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | 日曜日 | 5月28日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | 日曜日 | 5月19日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | 日曜日 | 6月8日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | 日曜日 | 5月24日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2027 | 日曜日 | 5月16日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2028 | 日曜日 | 6月4日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2029 | 日曜日 | 5月20日 (日) | Whit Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 2030 | 日曜日 | 6月9日 (日) | Whit 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.
