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Japan Public Holidays 2027

Explore Japan's national holidays by year, with dates and concise reference notes.

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HoliWiki currently lists 16 holiday entries for Japan in 2027. The calendar and date-ordered table below show the available schedule.

2027

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January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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January 2027

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February 2027

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March 2027

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April 2027

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May 2027

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June 2027

July 2027

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August 2027

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September 2027

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October 2027

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November 2027

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December 2027

Holiday list

16 entries

Date	Weekday	Holiday	Type
January 1, 2027	Friday	New Year's Day	Public holiday
January 11, 2027	Monday	Coming of Age Day	Public holiday
February 11, 2027	Thursday	Foundation Day	Public holiday
February 23, 2027	Tuesday	The Emperor's Birthday	Public holiday
March 21, 2027	Sunday	Vernal Equinox Day	Public holiday
April 29, 2027	Thursday	Shōwa Day	Public holiday
May 3, 2027	Monday	Constitution Memorial Day	Public holiday
May 4, 2027	Tuesday	Greenery Day	Public holiday
May 5, 2027	Wednesday	Children's Day	Public holiday
July 19, 2027	Monday	Marine Day	Public holiday
August 11, 2027	Wednesday	Mountain Day	Public holiday
September 20, 2027	Monday	Respect for the Aged Day	Public holiday
September 23, 2027	Thursday	Autumnal Equinox Day	Public holiday
October 11, 2027	Monday	Sports Day	Public holiday
November 3, 2027	Wednesday	Culture Day	Public holiday
November 23, 2027	Tuesday	Labour Thanksgiving Day	Public holiday

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Holiday Stories

New Year (Shogatsu)

Shogatsu is Japan's most important holiday. Families visit shrines or temples for hatsumode, eat osechi dishes and send New Year greeting cards. Temple bells ring 108 times on New Year's Eve to symbolically clear away worldly desires.

Coming of Age Day

Coming of Age Day is held on the second Monday of January. Municipal ceremonies welcome new adults, and many participants wear formal suits, furisode kimono or hakama.

National Foundation Day

National Foundation Day reflects on the establishment of Japan and love of country. Its February 11 date is traditionally linked to the accession of the legendary Emperor Jimmu.

The Emperor's Birthday

The Emperor's Birthday celebrates the reigning emperor's birth. Public greetings at the Imperial Palace are among the best-known observances when circumstances permit.

Vernal Equinox Day

Vernal Equinox Day honors nature and living things as day and night become nearly equal. Many families also visit ancestral graves during the surrounding higan period.

Showa Day

Showa Day reflects on the turbulent Showa era and Japan's recovery. It falls on April 29, Emperor Showa's birthday, and opens the Golden Week holiday period.

Constitution Memorial Day

Constitution Memorial Day marks the postwar Constitution of Japan taking effect on May 3, 1947. It is a day to consider democracy and constitutional government.

Greenery Day

Greenery Day encourages appreciation of nature and gratitude for its blessings. Parks and public gardens often hold events or offer free admission.

Children's Day

Children's Day celebrates children's happiness and thanks their caregivers. Families fly carp streamers, display warrior dolls and eat kashiwa mochi.

Marine Day

Marine Day gives thanks for the ocean's benefits and hopes for Japan's maritime prosperity. Coastal festivals, aquarium events and beach activities are common.

Mountain Day

Mountain Day offers an opportunity to appreciate Japan's mountains and their gifts. Hiking events and nature programs often accompany the August holiday.

Respect for the Aged Day

Respect for the Aged Day honors older people and celebrates longevity. Families and communities hold visits, ceremonies and gifts for senior residents.

Autumnal Equinox Day

Autumnal Equinox Day honors ancestors and remembers the departed. Grave visits and Buddhist higan customs are common around the near-equal day and night.

Sports Day

Sports Day promotes physical activity and a healthy society. Schools, communities and sports organizations often arrange athletic events and fitness programs.

Culture Day

Culture Day celebrates freedom, peace and cultural achievement. Museums may open free of charge, while awards, exhibitions and school festivals take place nationwide.

Labor Thanksgiving Day

Labor Thanksgiving Day honors work, production and mutual gratitude. Its roots are associated with the ancient harvest rite known as Niinamesai.