There are 16 public holidays in Japan in 2023, four of which fall on weekends: New Year's Day, National Foundation Day, Shōwa Day, and Autumnal Equinox Day.
The following is the list of public holidays in Japan 2023.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| New Year's Day Holiday | Jan 02, 2023 | Monday | Observed |
| Coming of Age Day | Jan 09, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| National Foundation Day | Feb 11, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| The Emperor's Birthday | Feb 23, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Vernal Equinox Day | Mar 21, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Shōwa Day | Apr 29, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Constitution Memorial Day | May 03, 2023 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Greenery Day | May 04, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Children's Day | May 05, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Marine Day | Jul 17, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Mountain Day | Aug 11, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Sep 18, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Autumnal Equinox Day | Sep 23, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Sports Day | Oct 09, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Culture Day | Nov 03, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | Nov 23, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Japan in 2023.
