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Japanese Holidays
Update date: November 1, 2024
The following days are designated as National Holidays:
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year’s Day |
| The 2nd Monday in January | Coming of Age Day |
| February 11 | National Foundation Day |
| February 23 | Emperor’s Birthday |
| March 21* | Vernal Equinox Day |
| April 29 | Showa Day |
| May 3 | Constitution Memorial Day |
| May 4 | Greenery Day |
| May 5 | Children’s Day |
| The 3rd Monday in July | Marine Day |
| August 11 | Mountain Day |
| The 3rd Monday in September | Respect for the Aged Day |
| September 23* | Autumnal Equinox Day |
| October 10 | Health and Sport Day |
| November 3 | Culture Day |
| November 23 | Labor Thanksgiving Day |
In the event a national holiday falls on a Sunday, the following day is declared a national holiday.
- Saturdays, Sundays, and National Holidays
Public offices, banks, and many companies are generally not in operation.
Department stores and shops are generally open. - Obon – Mid-August (August 13-15)
Many companies and stores are closed. - New Year (December 31 & January 1-3)
Public offices, banks, and companies are generally closed.
Some department stores and shops remain open except for on January 1.