🇯🇵 Public Holidays in Japan 2026
Japan has 16 public and regional holidays in 2026. The next nationwide holiday is Culture Day on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (in 10 days).
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| Date | Day | Holiday | Local name | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day Public holiday | 元日 | Nationwide |
| January 12, 2026 | Monday | Coming of Age Day Public holiday | 成人の日 | Nationwide |
| February 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Foundation Day Public holiday | 建国記念の日 | Nationwide |
| February 23, 2026 | Monday | The Emperor's Birthday Public holiday | 天皇誕生日 | Nationwide |
| March 20, 2026 | Friday | Vernal Equinox Day Public holiday | 春分の日 | Nationwide |
| April 29, 2026 | Wednesday | Shōwa Day Public holiday | 昭和の日 | Nationwide |
| May 4, 2026 | Monday | Greenery Day Public holiday | みどりの日 | Nationwide |
| May 5, 2026 | Tuesday | Children's Day Public holiday | こどもの日 | Nationwide |
| May 6, 2026 | Wednesday | Constitution Memorial Day Public holiday | 憲法記念日 | Nationwide |
| July 20, 2026 | Monday | Marine Day Public holiday | 海の日 | Nationwide |
| August 11, 2026 | Tuesday | Mountain Day Public holiday | 山の日 | Nationwide |
| September 21, 2026 | Monday | Respect for the Aged Day Public holiday | 敬老の日 | Nationwide |
| September 23, 2026 | Wednesday | Autumnal Equinox Day Public holiday | 秋分の日 | Nationwide |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Sports Day Public holiday | スポーツの日 | Nationwide |
| November 3, 2026 | Tuesday | Culture Day Public holiday | 文化の日 | Nationwide |
| November 23, 2026 | Monday | Labour Thanksgiving Day Public holiday | 勤労感謝の日 | Nationwide |
Regional holidays apply only in the listed states or provinces. Holiday dates are official where published; check with your employer or local authority for any last-minute changes.