List of National Holidays in Japan 2027
16
public holidays
15
during weekdays
元日
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When Is the Next Public Holiday in Japan?
元日
Friday, January 1, 2027
Combine it with annual leave for an extended break.
Working Days in 2027
Calculate the number of working days and work hours for each month, accounting for weekends and public holidays.
Working Days Calendar 2027
| Month | Days | Working | 8h/day | 4h/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 31 | 19 | 152 | 76 |
February | 28 | 18 | 144 | 72 |
March | 31 | 23 | 184 | 92 |
April | 30 | 21 | 168 | 84 |
May | 31 | 18 | 144 | 72 |
June | 30 | 22 | 176 | 88 |
July | 31 | 21 | 168 | 84 |
August | 31 | 21 | 168 | 84 |
September | 30 | 20 | 160 | 80 |
October | 31 | 20 | 160 | 80 |
November | 30 | 20 | 160 | 80 |
December | 31 | 23 | 184 | 92 |
| Total | 365 | 246 | 1968 | 984 |
| Average | 20.5 | 164.0 | 82.0 |
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2027 Calendar
Plan your time off with this 2027 calendar showing all public holidays in Japan. View holidays at a glance and find the best opportunities to extend your vacation.
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Vacation Ideas
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January 2027
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List of National Holidays in Japan 2027
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | 元日 | Friday |
| January 11, 2027 | 成人の日 | Monday |
| February 11, 2027 | 建国記念の日 | Thursday |
| February 23, 2027 | 天皇誕生日 | Tuesday |
| March 20, 2027 | 春分の日 | Saturday |
| April 29, 2027 | 昭和の日 | Thursday |
| May 3, 2027 | 憲法記念日 | Monday |
| May 4, 2027 | みどりの日 | Tuesday |
| May 5, 2027 | こどもの日 | Wednesday |
| July 19, 2027 | 海の日 | Monday |
| August 11, 2027 | 山の日 | Wednesday |
| September 20, 2027 | 敬老の日 | Monday |
| September 23, 2027 | 秋分の日 | Thursday |
| October 11, 2027 | スポーツの日 | Monday |
| November 3, 2027 | 文化の日 | Wednesday |
| November 23, 2027 | 勤労感謝の日 | Tuesday |
元日
January 1, 2027
成人の日
January 11, 2027
建国記念の日
February 11, 2027
天皇誕生日
February 23, 2027
春分の日
March 20, 2027
昭和の日
April 29, 2027
憲法記念日
May 3, 2027
みどりの日
May 4, 2027
こどもの日
May 5, 2027
海の日
July 19, 2027
山の日
August 11, 2027
敬老の日
September 20, 2027
秋分の日
September 23, 2027
スポーツの日
October 11, 2027
文化の日
November 3, 2027
勤労感謝の日
November 23, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many national holidays are in Japan in 2027?
Japan has 16 national holidays in 2027. Of these, 15 fall on weekdays and 1 fall on weekends.
How many holidays fall on weekdays in Japan in 2027?
In 2027, Japan has 15 public holidays that fall on weekdays (Monday to Friday). These are the holidays where employees typically get a day off work.
What are the best times to take off in Japan in 2027?
The best vacation opportunities in Japan for 2027 are around holidays that fall near weekends. By strategically taking a few days off, you can maximize your vacation time. Check our Vacation Ideas section above for specific recommendations.
When is the next public holiday in Japan?
The next public holiday in Japan is 元日 on January 1, 2027.
Does Growee support Japan holidays?
Yes! Growee automatically includes all 16 public holidays from Japan in your team calendar. This helps with leave planning, capacity management, and ensuring your team knows when offices are closed.