大おお正しょう月がつ

noun

first seven days of the year

Refers to the period from January 1st to 7th, considered the main New Year celebration. Often contrasted with 小正月 (こしょうがつ), the later New Year observance around January 15th.

See also: 小正月

• 大おお正しょう月がつには親しん戚せきが集あつまってお祝いわいをする。

  During the first seven days of the year, relatives gather to celebrate.