Japan Public Holidays
Year 2026 • 16 Holidays
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Next Holiday in Japan
春分の日
Vernal Equinox Day
Friday, March 20, 2026
Japan Holiday Insights
- Japan has 16 total public holidays in 2026.
- The busiest months are May and January.
- Holidays may be observed on different days when they fall on weekends.
Upcoming Holidays
January 2026
元日
New Year's Day
Jan 1ThursdayPublic成人の日
Coming of Age Day
Jan 12MondayPublic
February 2026
建国記念の日
Foundation Day
Feb 11WednesdayPublic天皇誕生日
The Emperor's Birthday
Feb 23MondayPublic
March 2026
春分の日
Vernal Equinox Day
Mar 20FridayPublic
April 2026
昭和の日
Shōwa Day
Apr 29WednesdayPublic
May 2026
憲法記念日
Constitution Memorial Day
May 4MondayPublicみどりの日
Greenery Day
May 4MondayPublicこどもの日
Children's Day
May 5TuesdayPublic
July 2026
海の日
Marine Day
Jul 20MondayPublic
August 2026
山の日
Mountain Day
Aug 11TuesdayPublic
September 2026
敬老の日
Respect for the Aged Day
Sep 21MondayPublic秋分の日
Autumnal Equinox Day
Sep 23WednesdayPublic
October 2026
スポーツの日
Sports Day
Oct 12MondayPublic
November 2026
文化の日
Culture Day
Nov 3TuesdayPublic勤労感謝の日
Labour Thanksgiving Day
Nov 23MondayPublic
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About Japan Public Holidays
Japan observes 16 public holidays in 2026. These holidays include national celebrations, religious observances, and cultural events that are recognized throughout the country.
Public holidays in Japan are typically days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed. Some holidays may have different observance rules depending on the region or sector.
Observed dates may shift when holidays fall on weekends. Always confirm critical dates with official government sources for Japan.
AnyCalendar provides this holiday information to help you plan your travel, work schedule, and personal activities. Holiday dates are obtained from official sources and updated annually to reflect any changes.