Donate books in Japan.

During the holidays in Japan, popular Christmas songs and romantic J-pop tunes complement the joy of giving and donating.

This time of year, you can feel the holiday cheer with classic Christmas tunes by Wham! and Mariah Carey playing everywhere. In Japan, the J-pop scene brings its own flair with songs like “クリスマス・イブ” by Tatsuro Yamashita and “恋人がサンタクロース” by Yumi Matsutoya, focusing more on the romantic side of Christmas. And let’s be real—receiving a gift is always fun, but giving? That hits different! A solid way to spread some holiday spirit is by donating to Book Santa, a great charity that gets books to kids. Trust me, making a donation can feel better than the latest gadget!
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