There are 16 public holidays in Japan in 2021, and one of them falls on the weekend: Vernal Equinox Day.
The following is the list of public holidays in Japan 2021.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2021 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Coming of Age Day | Jan 11, 2021 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| National Foundation Day | Feb 11, 2021 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| The Emperor's Birthday | Feb 23, 2021 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Vernal Equinox Day | Mar 20, 2021 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Shōwa Day | Apr 29, 2021 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Constitution Memorial Day | May 03, 2021 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Greenery Day | May 04, 2021 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Children's Day | May 05, 2021 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Marine Day | Jul 22, 2021 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Mountain Day | Aug 11, 2021 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Sept 20, 2021 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Autumnal Equinox Day | Sept 23, 2021 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Sports Day | Oct 11, 2021 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Culture Day | Nov 03, 2021 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | Nov 23, 2021 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
Please also check working days in Japan in 2021.
