Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日) 2026 is on Friday, 20 March 2026.
Published by a named source, listed below.
At a glance
- Type
- Public holiday
- Date
- Friday, 20 March 2026
- Long weekend
- Yes, next to the weekend
Whether offices, banks and schools close depends on the employer or the local authority. The source has the details.
What it is
A national holiday on the day of the spring equinox, to praise nature and care for living things.
Also known as Shunbun no Hi.
Every date and its source
| Date | Source |
|---|---|
| 2026 | |
| Friday, 20 March 2026 | Japan: Japan Public Holidays |
Questions
Is the Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日) 2026 date confirmed?
Confirmed. Published by a named source, listed below.
What else falls on Friday, 20 March 2026?
March equinox, International Day of Happiness, Jamat-ul-Vida, Dwitiya.
Where does the Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日) date come from?
One named source: Japan Public Holidays. Each is linked under Sources.
Can I add Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日) to my calendar?
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Sources
Japan Public Holidays 2026
- Cabinet Office, Government of Japan: national holidays · last verified 12 August 2026
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