Japan 2026

Complete list of public holidays for 2026

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New Year's Day

January 1, 2026 • Thursday

Public Holidays 2026

All public holidays in Japan for 2026

HolidayDateDayStatus
New Year's Day
January 1, 2026Thursday201 days
Coming of Age Day
January 12, 2026Monday212 days
Foundation Day
February 11, 2026Wednesday242 days
The Emperor's Birthday
February 23, 2026Monday254 days
Vernal Equinox Day
March 20, 2026Friday279 days
Shōwa Day
April 29, 2026Wednesday319 days
Constitution Memorial Day
May 4, 2026Monday324 days
Greenery Day
May 4, 2026Monday324 days
Children's Day
May 5, 2026Tuesday325 days
Marine Day
July 20, 2026Monday401 days
Mountain Day
August 11, 2026Tuesday423 days
Respect for the Aged Day
September 21, 2026Monday464 days
Autumnal Equinox Day
September 23, 2026Wednesday466 days
Sports Day
October 12, 2026Monday485 days
Culture Day
November 3, 2026Tuesday507 days
Labour Thanksgiving Day
November 23, 2026Monday527 days
2026

2026 Holiday Statistics for Japan

16
Total Holidays
0
Weekend Holidays
8
Monday Holidays
1
Friday Holidays

9 holidays create long weekend opportunities

⏳ Planning ahead for 2026 (1 year from now)