明あけ番ばん

noun

day off; off duty

Refers to a day off or off-duty period, especially in shift work or service jobs where one is normally on duty. Often used in contexts like police, firefighting, or hospitality.

• 今日きょうは明あけ番ばんだから、ゆっくり休やすめる。

  Today is my day off, so I can rest well.

• 明あけ番ばんの日ひは、いつも家か族ぞくと過すごすことにしている。

  On my off-duty days, I always make it a point to spend time with my family.