Easter in Japan

Are you an expat from a Christian country living in Japan? If so, you may have noticed a lack of general excitement each year around the Easter period. Although the Japanese have taken Christmas to heart in recent years, they’ve been slower to adopt Easter traditions. That said, you can find Easter-themed events, services and products across the country if you look for them, including in Kansai. Here’s what you can find if you’re an expat in Kansai planning to celebrate Easter. Easter Egg Hunts You can sometimes find Easter egg hunt events for kids in the city areas where there is more of an expat community, for example Osaka, Kyoto or Kobe. One of the most popular in recent years has been the egg hunt in Utsubo Park, Osaka. This has included games, prizes, treat bags, along with food and refreshment stalls for adults. Plus a chance to have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny! Entry is around 2,000 yen. Another is the Easter Egg Hunt and Picnic hosted by the Kobe Union Church. This is a family event with entertainment and performances. Of course, you can also organize your own egg hunt in any of Kansai’s many…