In Japan, the way that people celebrate their birthdays differs depending on the person. Families with children usually have a birthday party to celebrate their children’s birthdays, have special dinner and a birthday cake. Parents give a present to their children during the party.That’s why many children look forward to their birthdays. As for middle aged people, some people receive a birthday present from their family or friends.However, some people don’t do anything for their birthday. Instead, they spend the day as usual. As for the elderly, when they become 60, 70, 77, 80,88,90,99 and 100 years old, we celebrate their longevity on a large scale. For their 60th birthday,which is called “Kanreki” in Japanese, the whole family enjoys a meal together.A traditional Japanese red color cardigan used to be given to them to wish their longevity, but it has been changing. Nowadays, various things or goods are chosen as presents.

In Japan, the way that people celebrate their birthdays differs depending on the person. Families with children usually have a birthday party with a special dinner and a birthday cake to celebrate. Parents give a present to their children during the party. That’s why many children are looking forward to their birthdays. As for middle-aged people, some people receive a birthday present from their family or friends. However, some people don’t do anything for their birthdays. Instead, they spend the day as usual. As for the elderly, when they become 60, 70, 77, 80, 88, 90, 99 and 100 years old, we celebrate their longevity on a large scale. For their 60th birthday, which is called “Kanreki” in Japanese, the whole family enjoys a meal together. A traditional Japanese red color cardigan used to be given to them to wish for their longevity, but the custom has been changing. Nowadays, various things are chosen as presents.