Translation guide
The first month of the year. In Japanese, it is most commonly expressed as 一月 (いちがつ), but there are also traditional names and formal written forms.
Referring to the month in everyday conversation, schedules, and dates.
Standard word for January. Used in all contexts.
January is cold.
The meeting is on January 15th.
Traditional Japanese name for January, meaning 'month of harmony'. Used in poetic or cultural contexts, such as traditional calendars.
Around January (the month of harmony), families gather.
Writing dates in formal documents, letters, or digital formats.
Numerical representation of January, commonly used in written dates, forms, and digital contexts. Read as いちがつ.
January 1, 2024