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Japan Public Holidays 2026

Official national and bank holidays — complete calendar for 2026

15 public holidays
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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
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Mon
12
Coming of Age Day
Monday, January 12, 2026
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February 2026— 2 holidays

Wed
11
National Foundation Day
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
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Mon
23
Emperor's Birthday
Monday, February 23, 2026
national

March 2026— 1 holiday

Fri
20
Vernal Equinox Day
Friday, March 20, 2026
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April 2026— 1 holiday

Wed
29
Showa Day
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
national

May 2026— 3 holidays

Sun
3
Constitution Memorial Day
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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Mon
4
Greenery Day
Monday, May 4, 2026
national
Tue
5
Children's Day
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
national

July 2026— 1 holiday

Mon
20
Marine Day
Monday, July 20, 2026
national

August 2026— 1 holiday

Tue
11
Mountain Day
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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September 2026— 1 holiday

Mon
21
Respect for the Aged Day
Monday, September 21, 2026
national

October 2026— 1 holiday

Mon
12
Sports Day
Monday, October 12, 2026
national

November 2026— 2 holidays

Tue
3
Culture Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
national
Mon
23
Labour Thanksgiving Day
Monday, November 23, 2026
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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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