Public Holidays in Japan
Complete calendar of Japanese national holidays and observances for 2026
Today is a holiday in Japan!
Shunbun no Hi (Vernal Equinox Day)
16
Total Holidays
1
National
15
Public
0
Observances
National Day of Japan
Kenkoku Kinen no Hi (National Foundation Day)
February 11
2026 Holiday Calendar
1 January (1 holiday)
1
Ganjitsu (New Year's Day)
2 February (2 holidays)
11
Kenkoku Kinen no Hi (National Foundation Day)
23
Tennō Tanjōbi (Emperor's Birthday)
3 March (1 holiday)
20
Shunbun no Hi (Vernal Equinox Day)
Today4 April (1 holiday)
29
Shōwa no Hi (Shōwa Day)
5 May (3 holidays)
3
Kenpō Kinenbi (Constitution Memorial Day)
4
Midori no Hi (Greenery Day)
5
Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day)
8 August (1 holiday)
11
Yama no Hi (Mountain Day)
9 September (1 holiday)
23
Shūbun no Hi (Autumnal Equinox Day)
11 November (2 holidays)
3
Bunka no Hi (Culture Day)
23
Kinrō Kansha no Hi (Labour Thanksgiving Day)
Variable Date Holidays (4 holidays)
These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.
Seijin no Hi (Coming of Age Day)
Umi no Hi (Marine Day)
Keirō no Hi (Respect for the Aged Day)
Supōtsu no Hi (Sports Day)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Japan have?
Japan has 16 public holidays and observances, including 1 national holiday and 15 public holidays.
What is the national day of Japan?
The national day of Japan is Kenkoku Kinen no Hi (National Foundation Day), celebrated on February 11.
Does Japan celebrate Christmas?
Japan does not officially observe Christmas as a public holiday.