A Japanese calendar tradition, made easy to explore.

Looking for a meaningful day to buy a lottery ticket?

Kujigoyomi helps you discover traditional Japanese lucky days and plan with intention.

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Kujigoyomi English lucky day calendar

A Japanese tradition

What is a lucky day in Japan?

In Japan, some dates have long been considered auspicious. People may look to these traditions when making important decisions or celebrating new beginnings.

Lottery ticket and shopping bagLottery
purchases
Wedding gift with a mizuhiki knotWeddings
Moving boxes and a potted plantMoving
Japanese storefront openingStarting a
business
New sprout and blank notebookNew
beginnings

A small guide to the calendar

Meet the lucky days

These names come from different traditional calendar systems and are interpreted in different ways by different people.

01

Ichiryū Manbaibi

一粒万倍日

A day traditionally associated with growth and new beginnings.

Good forPurchases · New habits · New ventures
02

Tensha-nichi

天赦日

A rare day traditionally regarded as favorable for starting something new.

Good forFresh starts · Major decisions · Life changes
03

Taian

大安

One of the six traditional Rokuyō calendar markers, often chosen for important occasions.

Good forWeddings · Celebrations · Important events
04

Caution days

Some dates

Some calendar markers are traditionally approached with extra care.

Good forPause · Check · Choose for yourself

ⓘ Cultural reference information — not a prediction or guarantee.

With Kujigoyomi

See lucky days in one clear calendar.

At a glance, check auspicious and caution days for any month. No need to search across different sites and calendars.

  • Lucky days
  • Auspicious days
  • Caution days
English monthly calendar showing lucky and caution days

Plan. Record. Remember.

1

Plan your purchase

Choose a day and save your plan.

English purchase plan screen
2

Record your activity

Keep a simple history of your purchases.

History⋮
‹August 2026›
Total amount$80.004 entries
Aug 1 (Sat)$10.00
Jul 30 (Thu)$20.00
Jul 23 (Thu)$20.00
Jul 16 (Thu)$30.00
⌂Home▣Calendar▤History⚙Settings
3

Set reminders

Never miss an important day you’ve planned.

English notification settings screen

Frequently asked questions

About Kujigoyomi

What is Kujigoyomi?

Kujigoyomi is an app that helps you explore Japanese lucky and caution days, plan lottery purchases, track spending, and review your records.

What is a lucky day in Japan?

A lucky day is a date traditionally considered auspicious for purchases, weddings, celebrations, or new beginnings. Interpretations can vary.

What do Ichiryū Manbaibi and Tensha-nichi mean?

They are names used for traditional Japanese calendar markers. Ichiryū Manbaibi is associated with growth and new beginnings, while Tensha-nichi is a rare day traditionally regarded as favorable for a fresh start.

Will a lucky day improve my odds of winning?

No. Lucky days are cultural reference information and do not guarantee or improve lottery odds.

Can I get reminders for planned purchases?

Yes. You can receive reminders for your planned purchase at a time you choose.

Can I track how much I spend?

Yes. You can record purchases, review your history, and set a monthly budget.

A calmer way to choose your day

Use lucky days as a reference.
Choose your own day.

Kujigoyomi brings Japanese calendar traditions, purchase plans, spending, history, and reminders together in one place.

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