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Japan Public Holidays

Year 202616 Holidays

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16
Total Holidays
16
Public Holidays
10
Months

Next Holiday in Japan

春分の日

Vernal Equinox Day

Friday, March 20, 2026

9
days away

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

春分の日
Vernal Equinox Day
Mar 20
昭和の日
Shōwa Day
Apr 29
憲法記念日
Constitution Memorial Day
May 4
みどりの日
Greenery Day
May 4
こどもの日
Children's Day
May 5

January 2026

  • 元日

    New Year's Day

    Jan 1
    Thursday
    Public
  • 成人の日

    Coming of Age Day

    Jan 12
    Monday
    Public

February 2026

  • 建国記念の日

    Foundation Day

    Feb 11
    Wednesday
    Public
  • 天皇誕生日

    The Emperor's Birthday

    Feb 23
    Monday
    Public

March 2026

  • 春分の日

    Vernal Equinox Day

    Mar 20
    Friday
    Public

April 2026

  • 昭和の日

    Shōwa Day

    Apr 29
    Wednesday
    Public

May 2026

  • 憲法記念日

    Constitution Memorial Day

    May 4
    Monday
    Public
  • みどりの日

    Greenery Day

    May 4
    Monday
    Public
  • こどもの日

    Children's Day

    May 5
    Tuesday
    Public

July 2026

  • 海の日

    Marine Day

    Jul 20
    Monday
    Public

August 2026

  • 山の日

    Mountain Day

    Aug 11
    Tuesday
    Public

September 2026

  • 敬老の日

    Respect for the Aged Day

    Sep 21
    Monday
    Public
  • 秋分の日

    Autumnal Equinox Day

    Sep 23
    Wednesday
    Public

October 2026

  • スポーツの日

    Sports Day

    Oct 12
    Monday
    Public

November 2026

  • 文化の日

    Culture Day

    Nov 3
    Tuesday
    Public
  • 勤労感謝の日

    Labour Thanksgiving Day

    Nov 23
    Monday
    Public

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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.