There are 16 public holidays in Japan 2026, one of which falls on the weekend.
The following is the list of public holidays in Japan 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Coming of Age Day | Jan 12, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Foundation Day | Feb 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Emperor's Birthday | Feb 23, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Vernal Equinox Day | Mar 20, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Shōwa Day | Apr 29, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Constitution Day | May 03, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Greenery Day | May 04, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Children's Day | May 05, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Marine Day | Jul 20, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Mountain Day | Aug 11, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Sep 21, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Autumnal Equinox Day | Sep 23, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Sports Day | Oct 12, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Culture Day | Nov 03, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | Nov 23, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Japan 2026.
