Holiday detail

Children's Day

Children's Day is an official holiday in Japan.

Quick facts

Date Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Type Regular holiday
Countdown 8 days ago
Official

Long-weekend note

This holiday creates a very long weekend from May 2-6, 2026.

No extra leave day is needed for this break.

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