Public holiday calendar
Public holidays: Japan
Stored dates cover the current and following year. Each entry states national or regional scope and substitute dates; local exceptions are not exhaustively covered.
Public holidays
| Date | Holiday | Type | Customs closed | Transport affected | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Jan 12, 2026 | Coming of Age Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Feb 11, 2026 | National Foundation Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Feb 23, 2026 | The Emperor's Birthday | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Mar 20, 2026 | Vernal Equinox Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Apr 29, 2026 | Shōwa Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| May 3, 2026 | Constitution Memorial Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| May 4, 2026 | Greenery Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| May 5, 2026 | Children's Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| May 6, 2026 | Substitute Holiday | National | Substitute for Constitution Day falling on Sunday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed. | ||
| Jul 20, 2026 | Marine Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Aug 11, 2026 | Mountain Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Sep 21, 2026 | Respect for the Aged Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Sep 22, 2026 | Citizens' Holiday | National | Citizens' holiday between two holidays: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed. | ||
| Sep 23, 2026 | Autumnal Equinox Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Oct 12, 2026 | Sports Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Nov 3, 2026 | Culture Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. | ||
| Nov 23, 2026 | Labor Thanksgiving Day | National | Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance. |
New Year's Day
Jan 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Coming of Age Day
Jan 12, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
National Foundation Day
Feb 11, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
The Emperor's Birthday
Feb 23, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Vernal Equinox Day
Mar 20, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Shōwa Day
Apr 29, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Constitution Memorial Day
May 3, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Greenery Day
May 4, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Children's Day
May 5, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Substitute Holiday
May 6, 2026
Substitute for Constitution Day falling on Sunday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed.
Marine Day
Jul 20, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Mountain Day
Aug 11, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Respect for the Aged Day
Sep 21, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Citizens' Holiday
Sep 22, 2026
Citizens' holiday between two holidays: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed.
Autumnal Equinox Day
Sep 23, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Sports Day
Oct 12, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Culture Day
Nov 3, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Labor Thanksgiving Day
Nov 23, 2026
Nationwide public holiday: Japan Customs (NACCS) and businesses closed, no clearance.
Sources: Cabinet Office Japan (Kokumin no Shukujitsu) / publicholidays.jp
A public holiday does not establish a customs closure or driving ban. Confirm cut-off times, clearance and terminal or warehouse opening hours with the responsible operator.