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元日
New Year's Day
The first day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, celebrated with fireworks, parties, and new beginnings.
Fri, Jan 1
成人の日
Coming of Age Day
Celebrates young people who have reached the age of 20, the age of adulthood in Japan.
Mon, Jan 11
建国記念の日
Foundation Day
Commemorates the mythological founding of Japan by Emperor Jimmu.
Thu, Feb 11
天皇誕生日
The Emperor's Birthday
Celebrates the birthday of the current Emperor of Japan.
Tue, Feb 23
春分の日
Vernal Equinox Day
Marks the spring equinox and honors nature and living things.
Sun, Mar 21
昭和の日
Shōwa Day
Thu, Apr 29
憲法記念日
Constitution Memorial Day
Commemorates the enactment of Japan's post-war constitution in 1947.
Mon, May 3
みどりの日
Greenery Day
Celebrates nature and the environment, originally Emperor Showa's birthday.
Tue, May 4
こどもの日
Children's Day
Celebrates children's happiness and well-being, featuring carp streamers.
Wed, May 5
海の日
Marine Day
Celebrates the ocean and expresses gratitude for its blessings.
Mon, Jul 19
山の日
Mountain Day
Celebrates mountains and encourages appreciation for their blessings.
Wed, Aug 11
敬老の日
Respect for the Aged Day
Honors elderly citizens and celebrates long life.
Mon, Sep 20
秋分の日
Autumnal Equinox Day
Marks the autumn equinox and honors deceased ancestors.
Thu, Sep 23
スポーツの日
Sports Day
Commemorates the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and promotes physical fitness.
Mon, Oct 11
文化の日
Culture Day
Promotes culture, the arts, and academic endeavor.
Wed, Nov 3
勤労感謝の日
Labour Thanksgiving Day
Celebrates labor and production, expressing gratitude for work.
Tue, Nov 23
Japan's calendar combines traditional Shinto and Buddhist observances with modern national holidays. The Japanese holiday system includes unique celebrations like Golden Week and Obon, alongside more recent additions like Mountain Day, reflecting both ancient traditions and contemporary values.
Japanese holiday culture emphasizes harmony with nature, family duties, and respect for traditions. The concept of "rest days" (yasumi) carries cultural significance, with many Japanese feeling obligated to work despite holidays. Gift-giving (お歳暮, お中元) marks seasonal transitions.
Late April to early May cluster of holidays including Shōwa Day, Constitution Memorial Day, Greenery Day, and Children's Day. One of Japan's busiest travel periods.
A Buddhist festival honoring ancestral spirits, typically observed in mid-August. Families return to ancestral homes, visit graves, and participate in Bon Odori dance festivals.
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Celebrate Shichi-Go-San on November 15th when Japanese children aged 3, 5, and 7 visit shrines in beautiful traditional dress.
Celebrate Seijin no Hi on January 13th when 20-year-olds mark adulthood with furisode kimonos and city ceremonies.
Drive out evil spirits on Setsubun with mamemaki bean throwing, eating ehomaki sushi rolls, and welcoming spring.
Free printable 2027 calendar for Japan with all public holidays.
Public holidays are days when most workers are entitled to a day off with pay.
Bank holidays are days when financial institutions are closed.
Observances are notable days that are not official public holidays.
Some holidays may only be observed in certain regions.
When planning travel or business activities, be aware that public holidays may affect availability of services.
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