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2026 Japan Holidays

View all public holidays and observances in Japan for 2026, including national holidays, bank closures, and major cultural dates.

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Insight summary

2026, Japan has 16 holidays in total, including 16 public holidays. The busiest month is May with 3 holidays.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Total: 16 | Avg: 1.3

The busiest month is May with 3 holidays.

The least active month is Jun with 0 holidays.

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 12, 2026MondayComing of Age Day
February 11, 2026WednesdayFoundation Day
February 23, 2026MondayThe Emperor's Birthday
March 20, 2026FridayVernal Equinox Day
April 29, 2026WednesdayShōwa Day
May 4, 2026MondayConstitution Memorial Day
May 4, 2026MondayGreenery Day
May 5, 2026TuesdayChildren's Day
July 20, 2026MondayMarine Day
August 11, 2026TuesdayMountain Day
September 21, 2026MondayRespect for the Aged Day
September 23, 2026WednesdayAutumnal Equinox Day
October 12, 2026MondaySports Day
November 3, 2026TuesdayCulture Day
November 23, 2026MondayLabour Thanksgiving Day