Public holidays in Japan 2026
Next: Labour Thanksgiving Day, Monday, November 23, 2026 (in 11 days)
When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the next weekday is a substitute holiday. Current time in Japan →
| Date | Holiday | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Jan 12 | Coming of Age Day | Passed | |
| Wed, Feb 11 | National Foundation Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Feb 23 | The Emperor's Birthday | Passed | |
| Fri, Mar 20 | Vernal Equinox Day | Passed | |
| Wed, Apr 29 | Showa Day | Passed | |
| Sun, May 3 | Constitution Memorial Day | Passed | |
| Mon, May 4 | Greenery Day | Passed | |
| Tue, May 5 | Children's Day | Passed | |
| Wed, May 6 | Substitute holiday | Passed | |
| Mon, Jul 20 | Marine Day | Passed | |
| Tue, Aug 11 | Mountain Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Respect for the Aged Day | Passed | |
| Tue, Sep 22 | Citizens' Holiday | Passed | |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Autumnal Equinox Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Sports Day | Passed | |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Culture Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Nov 23 | Labour Thanksgiving Day | in 11 days |
Always check official announcements before making plans; governments sometimes move or add holidays.
Questions
What is the next public holiday in Japan?
The next public holiday in Japan is Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday, November 23, 2026, in 11 days.
How many public holidays does Japan have in 2026?
This list has 17 public holidays in Japan for 2026. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the next weekday is a substitute holiday.