Japan public holidays 2026
National/default jurisdiction calendar. State, provincial, religious and industry schedules can differ.
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| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2026-01-12 | Coming of Age Day |
| 2026-02-11 | Foundation Day |
| 2026-02-23 | Emperor's Birthday |
| 2026-03-20 | Vernal Equinox Day |
| 2026-04-29 | Showa Day |
| 2026-05-03 | Constitution Day |
| 2026-05-04 | Greenery Day |
| 2026-05-05 | Children's Day |
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Substitute Holiday |
| 2026-07-20 | Marine Day |
| 2026-08-11 | Mountain Day |
| 2026-09-21 | Respect for the Aged Day |
| 2026-09-22 | National Holiday |
| 2026-09-23 | Autumnal Equinox Day |
| 2026-10-12 | Sports Day |
| 2026-11-03 | Culture Day |
| 2026-11-23 | Labor Thanksgiving Day |
Generated from python-holidays 0.105, October 2, 2026. Observed dates are included when provided by the country calendar. Dates may change following official announcements. An entry does not establish closure of every business.
Use this calendar for cross-border planning
Compare Japan with the United States, South Korea and Japan on the shared public holiday calendar. Choose Monthly or Yearly, then print the view you need.
For a date range, use the business day calculator. It subtracts selected weekdays and country holidays without counting a date twice.
Check official holiday information
Consult the Cabinet Office national holiday list for official dates and notices. Check the organization involved for its opening hours. Japan Cabinet Office.
Holiday Weave dates are generated from python-holidays; the official link is provided for verification and is not the source of an automatic live feed.