Showa-no hi is the start of the Golden Week in Japan. Golden Week occurs at the end of April and the beginning of May and starts on the 29th of April when there is a national holiday for the birthday of the Emperor Showa. He was instrumental in helping his country rebuild after World War II and kept the people hopeful and focusing on the future. Many people take the whole week off and some businesses can close for up to 10 days including weekends blocked around the holidays.

I celebrate every year by writing Haiku. I decided this year I will invite you to join me for a 7-day Golden Week Haiku Challenge. It will be wonderful. Watch for details. I love you. - Miss Ladybug