Abbreviation of Golden Week, a series of national holidays in early May in Japan when many companies and schools are closed.
今年のＧＷは混雑が予想されるので、早めにチケットを取った。
Because this year's Golden Week is expected to be crowded, I booked tickets early.
ＧＷ中は多くの店が営業時間を変更する場合がある。
Many shops may change their opening hours during Golden Week.
友達とＧＷに小旅行に行く予定だ。
I'm planning a short trip with friends during Golden Week.