Directly translated to English as “Respect for the Elders Day”, 敬老の日 (Keiro no Hi) is a Japanese public holiday recognizing and honoring elderly citizens every year. It is held on the third Monday of each September. This year, it falls on September 19th.
This holiday is a great time to connect with your aging loved ones and give back to the community!
Pictured on the right - Nobu’s children with his father (their grandfather), Taka Nishigawara
Pictured on the left- Nobu’s mother, Yoko Nishigawara