Public holidays in Japan, 2026
17 public holidays, 16 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Japan drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: Culture Day on Tuesday 3 November.
2026 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| 12 January | Coming of Age Day | Monday |
| 11 February | Foundation Day | Wednesday |
| 23 February | Emperor's Birthday | Monday |
| 20 March | Spring Equinox Day | Friday |
| 29 April | Showa Day | Wednesday |
| 3 May | Constitution Day | Sunday |
| 4 May | Greenery Day | Monday |
| 5 May | Children's Day | Tuesday |
| 20 July | Marine Day | Monday |
| 11 August | Mountain Day | Tuesday |
| 21 September | Respect-for-the-Aged Day | Monday |
| 22 September | Citizens' Holiday | Tuesday |
| 23 September | Autumnal Equinox Day | Wednesday |
| 12 October | Sports Day | Monday |
| 3 November | Culture Day | Tuesday |
| 23 November | Labor Thanksgiving Day | Monday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Japan have in 2026?
17 nationwide public holidays, 16 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Japan?
Culture Day, on Tuesday 3 November 2026.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.