Japan Public Holidays 2026

Complete guides to Japan's public holidays in 2026 — history, traditions, and how to maximise your time off with smart PTO planning.

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Golden Week: Everything You Need to Know (2026 Guide)

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 · 49 days away

Golden Week in Japan is on 29 April – 5 May 2026. Discover the history, traditions, things to do — and how to turn it into a 12-day break with just 5 vacation days.

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