Japan holidays
Japan's national holidays, from the Cabinet Office list.
18 dates for 18 events, 2026 · 2 still to come · Sources checked 12 August 2026
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2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 1 January 2026 | New Year’s Day (元日) |
| Monday, 12 January 2026 | Coming of Age Day (成人の日) |
| Wednesday, 11 February 2026 | National Foundation Day (建国記念の日) |
| Monday, 23 February 2026 | Emperor’s Birthday (天皇誕生日) |
| Friday, 20 March 2026 | Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日) |
| Wednesday, 29 April 2026 | Shōwa Day (昭和の日) |
| Sunday, 3 May 2026 | Constitution Memorial Day (憲法記念日) |
| Monday, 4 May 2026 | Greenery Day (みどりの日) |
| Tuesday, 5 May 2026 | Children’s Day (こどもの日) |
| Wednesday, 6 May 2026 | Substitute holiday (振替休日) |
| Monday, 20 July 2026 | Marine Day (海の日) |
| Tuesday, 11 August 2026 | Mountain Day (山の日) |
| Monday, 21 September 2026 | Respect for the Aged Day (敬老の日) |
| Tuesday, 22 September 2026 | Citizens’ Holiday (国民の休日) |
| Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | Autumnal Equinox Day (秋分の日) |
| Monday, 12 October 2026 | Sports Day (スポーツの日) |
| Tuesday, 3 November 2026 | Culture Day (文化の日) |
| Monday, 23 November 2026 | Labour Thanksgiving Day (勤労感謝の日) |
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