May 3 Anniversaries

Constitution Memorial Day (Kenpo Kinenbi)

National Holidays

What Is Constitution Memorial Day? Every year on May 3rd, Japan celebrates "Cons...

World Press Freedom Day

World Observances

What Is World Press Freedom Day? May 3 is World Press Freedom Day. It was procla...

Licca-chan's Birthday (Rikka-chan no Tanjōbi)

Industry Days

What Is Licca-chan's Birthday? Every year on May 3rd is "Licca-chan's Birthday."...

Garbage Day (Gomi no Hi)

Wordplay Anniversaries

What Is Garbage Day? Every year on May 3, Japan observes "Gomi no Hi" (Garbage D...

Hakata Dontaku

Seasonal Events

What Is Hakata Dontaku? Hakata Dontaku is a festival held every year on May 3 an...