Japan Cheap Hotels & Flights
From January through December, there are many Japanese holidays and special occasions you can participate in.
If you’re taking Japanese lessons, make sure you get in on the fun! This is a great way to practice your skills in an authentic, cultural setting.
Ganjitsu – New Year’s Day
January 1st
Kenkoku Kinen no Hi – National Foundation Day
February 11th
Hina Matsuri – Girls’ Festival
March 3rd
Shunbun No Hi – Spring / Vernal Equinox
March 20th / 21st
Showa No Hi – Showa Day
April 29th
Golden Week
April 29th – May 8th
Summer Solstice
June 20th – 21st
Keiro no Hi – Respect for the Aged Day
Third Monday in September
Taiku no Hi – Health and Sports Day
Second Monday in October
Kinrō Kansha no Hi – Labor Day / Thanksgiving
November 23rd
Tennō Tanjōbi – The Emperor’s Birthday
December 23rd