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How Valentine’s Day Has Evolved Over Time

Life in Japan – Issue 015

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Feb 14, 2026
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Today is Valentine’s Day. In this issue of “Life in Japan,” I want to share the current state of this holiday—a tradition that, while Western in origin, has evolved into something uniquely Japanese.

While Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time for loved ones to express mutual gratitude and affection, in Japan, it took a distinct path: it became a day fo…

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