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Japan Holidays 2026

17 public holidays in Japan. Next up: Shōwa Day in 25 days!

25
Days
11
Hours
24
Mins
14
Secs
until Shōwa Day
Asia/Tokyo timezone
17
Total Holidays
6
Upcoming
11
Passed
5
Months

Upcoming Holidays

6 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
Passed

March 2026 3 holidays

03
Tue
Passed
20
Fri
Passed
20
Fri
Passed

April 2026 1 holiday

29
Wed
25 days

May 2026 5 holidays

03
Sun
29 days
04
Mon
30 days
05
Tue
31 days
06
Wed
32 days
10
Sun
36 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 Shōwa Day on April 29, 2026. That's in 25 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.