Japan observes 16 national holidays throughout the year. On these days schools and public offices are closed, and many employers give workers the day off. June and December are the only months without a national holiday.
When are the next National holidays in Japan?
Upcoming Holidays
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New Year's Day
Jan 1, . New Year's Day is a public holiday in all countries that observe the Gregorian calendar, ... -
Coming-of-Age Day
Jan 13, . The day honors young Japanese who will reach the age of majority at any point during the ... -
National Foundation Day
Feb 11, . Japan's National Day marks the traditional date on which according to legend Emperor ... -
The Emperor's Birthday
Feb 24, . The birthday of the current Emperor of Japan is always celebrated as a national holiday -
Vernal Equinox Day
Mar 20, . In Japan the vernal equinox is a welcome holiday as it marks the end of winter and the ... -
Showa Day
Apr 29, . Honours the birthday of Emperor Hirohito, the reigning Emperor before, during, and after ...
List of Holidays in Japan in 2024
| Day | Date | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | New Year's Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Coming-of-Age Day | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | National Foundation Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | National Foundation Day (in lieu) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | The Emperor's Birthday | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Vernal Equinox Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Showa Day | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Constitution Memorial Day | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Greenery Day | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Children's Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Children's Day (in lieu) | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Marine Day | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Mountain Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Mountain Day (in lieu) | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Obon | Not A Public Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Obon | Not A Public Holiday | |
| Thursday | Obon | Not A Public Holiday | |
| Monday | Respect for the Aged Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Autumnal Equinox Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Health-Sports Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Culture Day | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Labour Thanksgiving Day | National Holiday |
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Notes
- If Respect for the aged day falls on 21 September and Autumnal Equinox falls in 23 September, then 22 September is declared a holiday - creating 'Silver Week'.
- With the exception of New Year's Day, if a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following day is treated as a holiday instead.
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