Respect for the Aged Day
敬老の日
Details
- Country
Japan- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- September 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Closed
Notes
Honours elderly citizens. Creates Silver Week with Autumnal Equinox. Three-day weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Respect for the Aged Day a public holiday in Japan?
- Yes, Respect for the Aged Day is an official public holiday in Japan. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Respect for the Aged Day 2026?
- Respect for the Aged Day 2026 falls on September 21, 2026.
- What is closed during Respect for the Aged Day in Japan?
- closed
- What is Respect for the Aged Day called locally in Japan?
- Respect for the Aged Day is locally known as "敬老の日" in Japan.
- How does Respect for the Aged Day affect business in Japan?
- Respect for the Aged Day causes moderate impact on business operations in Japan. closed