Japan Public Holidays 2026
18 public holidays in Japan in 2026
| Date | Day | Name | Type | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 12 Jan 2026 | Monday | Coming of Age Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 11 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | National Foundation Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Monday | Emperor's Birthday | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 20 Mar 2026 | Friday | Vernal Equinox Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Wednesday | Showa Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 3 May 2026 | Sunday | Constitution Memorial Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 4 May 2026 | Monday | Greenery Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 5 May 2026 | Tuesday | Children's Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 6 May 2026 | Wednesday | Constitution Memorial Day (observed) | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 20 Jul 2026 | Monday | Marine Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 11 Aug 2026 | Tuesday | Mountain Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 21 Sep 2026 | Monday | Respect for the Aged Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 22 Sep 2026 | Tuesday | Citizens' Holiday | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 23 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Autumnal Equinox Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Monday | Sports Day | Public Holiday | Past | |
| 3 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Culture Day | Public Holiday | 15 days remaining | |
| 23 Nov 2026 | Monday | Labour Thanksgiving Day | Public Holiday | 35 days remaining |
National holidays only. Regional, state and provincial holidays are not included. Holidays on a weekend may be observed on another day.