🇯🇵 Foundation Day in Japan

Foundation Day is a public holiday observed in Japan. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Japan.

This year, Foundation Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Foundation Day', 'date_iso': '2026-02-11', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 2, 11), 'date_display': '11 Feb 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in Japan.

Next year, Foundation Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Foundation Day', 'date_iso': '2027-02-11', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 2, 11), 'date_display': '11 Feb 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Thursday'} in Japan. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Foundation Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Foundation Day', 'date_iso': '2025-02-11', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 2, 11), 'date_display': '11 Feb 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Japan.

Yes, Foundation Day is recognized as a public holiday in Japan. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Foundation Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Japan holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.