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Mahayana New Year | Buddhism
On January 03, 2026
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Mahayana New Year
Begins on: Saturday 3 January 2026
Buddhism
Mahayana New Year starts on the first full moon day in January. Celebrated in Mahayana countries like China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam. A time to reflect on the past and to make a fresh start.
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