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Every family member tries to make it back to the family tomb at some point during the week,
so they can pay their respects to their ancestors. It is one of the few times in the year
that grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandchildren can get together. Most Japanese don't live anywhere near
their family tomb these days, so this means that every mode of transportation is very busy during this time.
Avoid travelling in Japan during this week if at all possible, unless you like crowds and lineups!
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