Japanese New Year 2026

January 1, 2026 in Japan

Japanese New Year takes place on January 01, 2026. The Japanese New Year is an annual festival with its own customs. The preceding days are quite busy, particularly the day before, known as Omisoka.

We have placed a detailed description of this event on this page: Japanese New Year 2025. For further information please stop by there!

Where is Japanese New Year?

Nationwide

Japan

When is Japanese New Year?

Thursday, the 1st of January 2026

Only 614 days left!

More dates:

Japanese New Year on Jan 01, 2025 in Japan
Japanese New Year on Jan 01, 2026
Japanese New Year on Jan 01, 2027

New Year Celebrations

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The next feasts and holidays

05/05/24: Cinco de Mayo
12/05/24: Mother's Day
27/05/24: Memorial Day
14/06/24: Flag Day
16/06/24: Father's Day
26/08/24: Women's Equality Day
02/09/24: Labor Day

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