The shape of it
About
A national holiday promoting sport and an active lifestyle, originally created to commemorate the 1964 Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony. Schools and communities hold undokai athletics meets, and the October weather is famously fine.
Highlights
- Commemorates the October 10, 1964 Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
- Community and school undokai (sports day) athletics meets
- Falls during some of Tokyo's most pleasant autumn weather
Plan it well
- Banks and offices close; the long weekend brings busy trains and crowded attractions.
- Ideal weather for parks, gardens and outdoor sightseeing.
- Some parks or facilities may host local sports events that draw families.
