August 27 Anniversaries

"Tora-san" Day

Historical Anniversaries

What Is "Tora-san" Day? Every August 27th is "Tora-san Day" (「男はつらいよ」の日, "Otoko ...

Japan's First Nuclear Reactor Day

Historical Anniversaries

What Is Japan's First Nuclear Reactor Day? Every August 27th is "Japan's First N...

Krakatoa Eruption Day

Historical Anniversaries

What Is Krakatoa Eruption Day? August 27 marks "Krakatoa Eruption Day," commemor...

Anglo-Zanzibar War Day (World's Shortest War)

Historical Anniversaries

What Is Anglo-Zanzibar War Day (World's Shortest War)? August 27 commemorates th...

Gelato Day (Jerāto no Hi)

Food Days

What Is Gelato Day? August 27th is "Gelato Day," established by the Japan Gelato...

Chinsuko Day

Food Days

What Is Chinsuko Day? August 27th is "Chinsuko Day" in Japan, established in 202...