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Japan Public Holidays 2026
Official national and bank holidays — complete calendar for 2026
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Below is the complete list of official Japan public holidays in 2026. Dates include national holidays, bank holidays, and religious observances. Weekend shifts and observed dates are noted where applicable.
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15 total holidays in 2026
January 2026— 2 holidays
Thu
1
New Year's Day
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Mon
12
Coming of Age Day
Monday, January 12, 2026
February 2026— 2 holidays
Wed
11
National Foundation Day
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Mon
23
Emperor's Birthday
Monday, February 23, 2026
March 2026— 1 holiday
Fri
20
Vernal Equinox Day
Friday, March 20, 2026
April 2026— 1 holiday
Wed
29
Showa Day
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
May 2026— 3 holidays
Sun
3
Constitution Memorial Day
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Mon
4
Greenery Day
Monday, May 4, 2026
Tue
5
Children's Day
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
July 2026— 1 holiday
Mon
20
Marine Day
Monday, July 20, 2026
August 2026— 1 holiday
Tue
11
Mountain Day
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
September 2026— 1 holiday
Mon
21
Respect for the Aged Day
Monday, September 21, 2026
October 2026— 1 holiday
Mon
12
Sports Day
Monday, October 12, 2026
November 2026— 2 holidays
Tue
3
Culture Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Mon
23
Labour Thanksgiving Day
Monday, November 23, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Japan has 15 public holidays in 2026, including 15 national holidays. The calendar covers all official national holidays observed nationally.
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