Japan — time, weather and useful information
Country page for Japan: local time and weather in its cities, key facts, norms and traditions, tips for tourists and important warnings for travellers.
Country at a glance
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Cities of the country on the map
About this country
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Norms and traditions
Tips for tourists
What a traveller should keep in mind
Public holidays 2026
| 01.01 | New Year's Day · every year |
| 12.01.2026 | Coming of Age Day |
| 11.02 | Foundation Day · every year |
| 23.02 | The Emperor's Birthday · every year |
| 20.03.2026 | Vernal Equinox Day |
| 29.04 | Shōwa Day · every year |
| 06.05.2026 | Constitution Memorial Day |
| 04.05 | Greenery Day · every year |
| 05.05 | Children's Day · every year |
| 20.07.2026 | Marine Day |
| 11.08 | Mountain Day · every year |
| 21.09.2026 | Respect for the Aged Day |
| 23.09 | Autumnal Equinox Day · every year |
| 12.10.2026 | Sports Day |
| 03.11 | Culture Day · every year |
| 23.11 | Labour Thanksgiving Day · every year |
Traveler safety
🌐 Earthquakes
🌀 Typhoons/hurricanes (season)
🥿 Remove shoes indoors/at temples
🥵 Extreme heat
🐒 Bold monkeys (steal items)
General guidance for tourists. Before travelling, check your government’s official travel advisories.
The country profile is general reference information describing customs and everyday details for travellers. Before your trip, check the current entry rules and the official travel advice of your government.