Jan 1
New Year's Day
The first day of the year in Japan
Jan 13
Coming of Age Day
Holiday celebrating young people who have reached the age of 20
Feb 11
National Foundation Day
Day to celebrate the founding of the nation of Japan
Feb 23
Emperor's Birthday
Holiday celebrating the birth of Emperor Naruhito
Feb 24
Emperor's Birthday Observed
Compensatory holiday for Emperor's Birthday
Mar 20
Vernal Equinox Day
Holiday celebrating the arrival of spring
Apr 29
Showa Day
Holiday commemorating the birthday of Emperor Showa
May 3
Constitution Memorial Day
Holiday commemorating the enactment of Japan's post-war constitution
May 4
Greenery Day
Holiday for appreciating nature and life
May 5
Children's Day
Holiday celebrating children's personalities and their health and happiness
Jul 21
Marine Day
Holiday for giving thanks to the ocean's bounty
Aug 11
Mountain Day
Holiday for appreciating mountains
Sep 15
Respect for the Aged Day
Holiday for honoring elderly citizens
Sep 23
Autumnal Equinox Day
Holiday for honoring ancestors and remembering the dead
Oct 13
Sports Day
Holiday for promoting sports and an active lifestyle
Nov 3
Culture Day
Holiday for promotion of culture and the arts
Nov 23
Labor Thanksgiving Day
Holiday for expressing gratitude for workers' contributions
Nov 24
Labor Thanksgiving Day Observed
Compensatory holiday for Labor Thanksgiving Day
1. According to labor laws, employees are entitled to additional leave on statutory holidays.
2. When a statutory holiday falls on a weekend, the following workday is designated as a compensatory day off.