Japan Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 | 元日(New Year's Day) |
| Jan 12 | 成人の日(Coming of Age Day) |
| Feb 11 | 建国記念の日(Foundation Day) |
| Feb 23 | 天皇誕生日(The Emperor's Birthday) |
| Mar 20 | 春分の日(Vernal Equinox Day) |
| Apr 29 | 昭和の日(Shōwa Day) |
| May 6 | 憲法記念日(Constitution Memorial Day) |
| May 4 | みどりの日(Greenery Day) |
| May 5 | こどもの日(Children's Day) |
| Jul 20 | 海の日(Marine Day) |
| Aug 11 | 山の日(Mountain Day) |
| Sep 21 | 敬老の日(Respect for the Aged Day) |
| Sep 23 | 秋分の日(Autumnal Equinox Day) |
| Oct 12 | スポーツの日(Sports Day) |
| Nov 3 | 文化の日(Culture Day) |
| Nov 23 | 勤労感謝の日(Labour Thanksgiving Day) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the next public holiday in Japan?
- The next public holiday in Japan is 山の日 on August 11, 2026.
- How many public holidays does Japan have in 2026?
- Japan has 16 public holidays in 2026.