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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Labour Thanksgiving Day
Tuesday, November 23, 2027
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Reduced
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
4-Day Block
SAT
20
Weekend
SUN
21
Weekend
MON
22
Bridge Day
TUE
23
Holiday
4-day weekend with a bridge day on November 22
📣 Traveler notes
Japan is an island nation in East Asia with a unique, intricate culture influenced by both ancient East Asian neighbors and its own emphasis on tranquility. Despite its dense population and legendary work ethic, Japanese people maintain a focus on inner balance and natural beauty. Major holidays draw large crowds and can significantly impact travel costs and infrastructure.
- New Year (Oshōgatsu) is the most significant holiday, typically shutting down the country from December 30th to January 3rd.
- Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) occurs in March or April, drawing large crowds to cherry blossom spots, particularly in Kyoto.
- Golden Week (late April to early May) is an extended period with multiple public holidays, resulting in heavy congestion and increased travel prices.
- Major local festivals (matsuri) and fireworks competitions (hanabi) occur throughout the summer, notably including Tanabata (July/August).
About this holiday
Labour Thanksgiving Day is an annual public holiday in Japan, observed on November 23rd. If November 23rd is a Sunday, the holiday moves to Monday. It is a day dedicated to respecting labor, celebrating production, and expressing gratitude.