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Japan Holidays 2026

17 public holidays in Japan. Next up: Emperor's Birthday in 6 days!

6
Days
06
Hours
47
Mins
16
Secs
until Emperor's Birthday
Asia/Tokyo timezone
17
Total Holidays
10
Upcoming
7
Passed
5
Months

Upcoming Holidays

10 remaining

Holidays by Month

January 2026 4 holidays

01
Thu
Passed
02
Fri
Passed
03
Sat
Passed
12
Mon
Passed

February 2026 4 holidays

03
Tue
Passed
11
Wed
Passed
14
Sat
Passed
23
Mon
6 days

March 2026 3 holidays

03
Tue
14 days
20
Fri
31 days
20
Fri
31 days

April 2026 1 holiday

29
Wed
71 days

May 2026 5 holidays

03
Sun
75 days
04
Mon
76 days
05
Tue
77 days
06
Wed
78 days
10
Sun
82 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Japan have in 2026?▼

Japan has 17 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.

What is the next public holiday in Japan?▼

The next public holiday in Japan is Emperor's Birthday on February 23, 2026. That's in 6 days!

Are these official public holidays?▼

Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by Japan. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.

Do public holidays in Japan apply to all regions?▼

Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.