Translation guide
Easter is a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by the loanword イースター, but cultural and religious context is important.
Referring to the Christian holiday of Easter in general.
The most common way to refer to Easter in Japanese. It is a loanword from English and is widely understood.
Easter is a spring holiday.
Literally 'Resurrection Festival'. This is the formal Japanese term for Easter, often used in religious contexts or explanations.
Easter is the most important holiday in Christianity.
Talking about Easter eggs, bunnies, or celebrations.
Easter egg. Used for both decorated eggs and egg hunts.
The children looked for Easter eggs in the garden.
Easter Bunny. The character who brings eggs.
The Easter Bunny brings chocolate.
Easter eggs, using the Japanese word for egg. Less common than the loanword compound.
We decorated Easter eggs.
Referring to the Easter period or season.
Easter is not a traditional Japanese holiday, so many Japanese people may not be familiar with its customs. When explaining Easter, it's helpful to describe it as a Christian holiday celebrating spring and resurrection, often with eggs and bunnies.
Easter season comes after Lent.