Seijin Shiki
Definition
Seijin Shiki refers to Coming-of-Age Day in Japan when young adults who have turned 20 years old celebrate their transition into adulthood. It is a national holiday held on the second Monday of January.
Analogy
Seijin Shiki is like a graduation ceremony for adulthood, where young individuals proudly wear traditional attire and receive recognition for reaching this important milestone in life.
Related terms
Furisode: A type of long-sleeved kimono worn by young unmarried women during Seijin Shiki to symbolize their coming-of-age.
Coming-of-Age Ceremony: Similar celebrations that take place in different cultures around the world to mark the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
Legal Drinking Age: The age at which an individual is legally allowed to consume alcoholic beverages, which often coincides with the age celebrated during Seijin Shiki.
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