August 15 Anniversaries

India Independence Day

World Observances

What Is India Independence Day? August 15 is "India Independence Day," commemora...

Gwangbokjeol (Korea's National Liberation Day)

World Observances

What Is Gwangbokjeol? August 15 is "Gwangbokjeol," South Korea's national holida...

End of War Commemoration Day

Historical Anniversaries

What Is End of War Commemoration Day? Every August 15th is "End of War Commemora...

Suiton Day

Historical Anniversaries

What Is Suiton Day? Every August 15th is also "Suiton Day" (すいとんの日, Suiton no Hi...

Sashimi Day (Sashimi no Hi)

Food Days

What Is Sashimi Day? August 15 is "Sashimi Day," based on a record from August 1...

Yamaga Lantern Festival

Seasonal Events

What Is the Yamaga Lantern Festival? Held every year on August 15th and 16th in ...