Emperor Meiji's birthday; Meiji Setsu
Historical national holiday celebrated on November 3 from 1927 to 1948; later replaced by Culture Day (文化の日).
See also: 文化の日
Before the war, November 3 was celebrated as Meiji Setsu.
Compound of 明治 (Meiji, the era name) and 節 (festival, seasonal celebration).