
Showa Day
昭和の日
Details
- Country
Japan
- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- April 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Reduced
Notes
First day of Golden Week. Former birthday of Emperor Showa (Hirohito). Significant travel period.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Showa Day a public holiday in Japan?
- Yes, Showa Day is an official public holiday in Japan. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Showa Day 2026?
- Showa Day 2026 falls on April 29, 2026.
- What is closed during Showa Day in Japan?
- reduced
- What is Showa Day called locally in Japan?
- Showa Day is locally known as "昭和の日" in Japan.
- How does Showa Day affect business in Japan?
- Showa Day causes significant disruption to business operations in Japan. reduced
