Below you'll find 2024's official holidays for Japan. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Japan Public Holidays 2024
Japan
There are 21 public holidays in Japan for 2024. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
When are the next Public holidays in Japan?
21
Marine Day
2025-07-21
11
Mountain Day
2025-08-11
15
Respect-for-the-Aged Day
2025-09-15
23
Autumnal Equinox Day
2025-09-23
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-01 | Mon | New Year's Day |
| 2024-01-08 | Mon | Coming of Age Day |
| 2024-02-11 | Sun | Foundation Day |
| 2024-02-12 | Mon | Foundation Day (substitute day) |
| 2024-02-23 | Fri | Emperor's Birthday |
| 2024-03-20 | Wed | Spring Equinox Day |
| 2024-04-29 | Mon | Showa Day |
| 2024-05-03 | Fri | Constitution Day |
| 2024-05-04 | Sat | Greenery Day |
| 2024-05-05 | Sun | Children's Day |
| 2024-05-06 | Mon | Children's Day (substitute day) |
| 2024-07-15 | Mon | Marine Day |
| 2024-08-11 | Sun | Mountain Day |
| 2024-08-12 | Mon | Mountain Day (substitute day) |
| 2024-09-16 | Mon | Respect-for-the-Aged Day |
| 2024-09-22 | Sun | Autumnal Equinox Day |
| 2024-09-23 | Mon | Autumnal Equinox Day (substitute day) |
| 2024-10-14 | Mon | Sports Day |
| 2024-11-03 | Sun | Culture Day |
| 2024-11-04 | Mon | Culture Day (substitute day) |
| 2024-11-23 | Sat | Labor Thanksgiving Day |
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