🇯🇵 Substitute Holiday in Japan

Substitute Holiday 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, Substitute Holiday falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Substitute Holiday', 'date_iso': '2026-05-06', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 5, 6), 'date_display': '06 May 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in Japan.

Next year, Substitute Holiday will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Substitute Holiday', 'date_iso': '2027-03-22', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 3, 22), 'date_display': '22 Mar 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Monday'} in Japan. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Substitute Holiday was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Substitute Holiday', 'date_iso': '2025-02-24', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 2, 24), 'date_display': '24 Feb 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Monday'} in Japan.

Yes, Substitute Holiday 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 Substitute Holiday 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.