Public holidays in Japan 2026
Next: Culture Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (in 7 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 | in 7 days | |
| Mon, Nov 23 | Labour Thanksgiving Day | in 27 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 Culture Day on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in 7 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.