Translation guide
Good Friday is the Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. In Japanese, it is typically referred to by its borrowed name or described explicitly.
Referring to Good Friday as a religious observance
The standard Japanese term for Good Friday, used in Christian contexts.
聖金曜日はイエス・キリストの受難を記念する日です。
Good Friday is a day to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ.
The borrowed English term, often used in more casual or modern contexts.
グッドフライデーには多くの店が休みになります。
Many shops are closed on Good Friday.
Literally 'Passion Day', a more descriptive term, but less common than 聖金曜日.
Good Friday is not a public holiday in Japan, so many people may not be familiar with it. When explaining, you can say 「キリスト教の祝日で、イエス・キリストが十字架にかけられた日です」 (It's a Christian holiday, the day Jesus Christ was crucified).
Passion Day is an important Christian holiday.