Below are Public Holidays for Japan for the calendar year 2026. You can get more detailed information on each holiday by clicking on them.
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| Date | Holiday | Details | # Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu - Jan 1 | New Years Day | National holiday | 64 |
| Mon - Jan 12 | Coming of Age Day | National holiday | 75 |
| Wed - Feb 11 | National Foundation Day | National holiday | 105 |
| Fri - Mar 20 | Spring Equinox | National holiday | 142 |
| Wed - Apr 29 | Showa Day | National holiday | 182 |
| Sun - May 3 | Constitution Memorial Day | National holiday | 186 |
| Mon - May 4 | Greenery Day | National holiday | 187 |
| Tue - May 5 | Childrens Day | National holiday | 188 |
| Mon - Jul 20 | Sea Day | National holiday | 264 |
| Tue - Aug 11 | Mountain Day | National holiday | 286 |
| Mon - Sep 21 | Respect for the Aged Day | National holiday | 327 |
| Wed - Sep 23 | Autumn Equinox | National holiday | 329 |
| Mon - Oct 12 | Sports Day | National holiday | 348 |
| Tue - Nov 3 | Culture Day | National holiday | 370 |
| Mon - Nov 23 | Labor Thanksgiving Day | National holiday | 390 |
| Wed - Dec 23 | Emperors Birthday | National holiday | 420 |
2026 Holidays - Japan