Japan Holidays & National Days 2026
Here is every national day, public holiday and special observance connected with Japan on National Day Review — sorted by date for 2026, with a live countdown to the next one. Open any day to read its history, traditions, facts, wishes and messages.
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Culture Day (Japan)
Culture Day (Bunka no Hi) on November 3 is a Japanese national holiday celebrating culture, peace and freedom. History, traditions, Order of…
Labor Thanksgiving Day (Japan)
Labor Thanksgiving Day is a day solely for appreciating the contribution of different people in the community. Its origin was marked long…
Bodhi Day
Bodhi Day on December 8 marks the Buddha’s enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Learn the story, Rohatsu traditions, the Four Noble Truths,…
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve on December 31 is celebrated worldwide with fireworks and countdowns. Traditions by country, time zones, party ideas and FAQs.
New Year's Day
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Respect for the Aged Day
Our elders are our connection to the past. There is a Japanese holiday named Respect for the Aged Day. It is celebrated…
Japan Holidays & National Days in 2026 — Month by Month
January 1
| Date | Day | Observance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Next: January 1, 2027 |
September 1
| Date | Day | Observance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 21 | Monday | Respect for the Aged Day | Next: September 20, 2027 |
November 2
| Date | Day | Observance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 3 | Tuesday | Culture Day (Japan) | in 10 days |
| November 23 | Monday | Labor Thanksgiving Day (Japan) | in 30 days |
December 2
| Date | Day | Observance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 8 | Tuesday | Bodhi Day | in 45 days |
| December 31 | Thursday | New Year’s Eve | in 68 days |