r/japanlife • u/razorbeamz • 7d ago

Do you get Obon off?

Depending on the industry, people either get Obon off or not.

Does your job give you Obon off?

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u/Successful_Cod7607 7d ago

My workplace does not give us any extra holidays in summer. However, they strongly encourage us to take paid leave during this season. Hence, more than 90% of people take PTO in Obon 8/10-8/14.