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 | 18 |
| Mon - Jan 12 | Coming of Age Day | National holiday | 29 |
| Wed - Feb 11 | National Foundation Day | National holiday | 59 |
| Fri - Mar 20 | Spring Equinox | National holiday | 96 |
| Wed - Apr 29 | Showa Day | National holiday | 136 |
| Sun - May 3 | Constitution Memorial Day | National holiday | 140 |
| Mon - May 4 | Greenery Day | National holiday | 141 |
| Tue - May 5 | Childrens Day | National holiday | 142 |
| Mon - Jul 20 | Sea Day | National holiday | 218 |
| Tue - Aug 11 | Mountain Day | National holiday | 240 |
| Mon - Sep 21 | Respect for the Aged Day | National holiday | 281 |
| Wed - Sep 23 | Autumn Equinox | National holiday | 283 |
| Mon - Oct 12 | Sports Day | National holiday | 302 |
| Tue - Nov 3 | Culture Day | National holiday | 324 |
| Mon - Nov 23 | Labor Thanksgiving Day | National holiday | 344 |
| Wed - Dec 23 | Emperors Birthday | National holiday | 374 |
2026 Holidays - Japan