Japan Public Holidays 2013

Below you'll find 2013's official holidays for Japan. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.

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There are 17 public holidays in Japan for 2013. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.

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Date	Day	Holiday name
2013-01-01	Tue	New Year's Day
2013-01-14	Mon	Coming of Age Day
2013-02-11	Mon	Foundation Day
2013-03-20	Wed	Spring Equinox Day
2013-04-29	Mon	Showa Day
2013-05-03	Fri	Constitution Day
2013-05-04	Sat	Greenery Day
2013-05-05	Sun	Children's Day
2013-05-06	Mon	Children's Day (substitute day)
2013-07-15	Mon	Marine Day
2013-09-16	Mon	Respect-for-the-Aged Day
2013-09-23	Mon	Autumnal Equinox Day
2013-10-14	Mon	Sports Day
2013-11-03	Sun	Culture Day
2013-11-04	Mon	Culture Day (substitute day)
2013-11-23	Sat	Labor Thanksgiving Day
2013-12-23	Mon	Emperor's Birthday

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