Japan
2027 Japanese long weekends
Holidays that create three-day or longer weekends in Japan during 2027. Plan your time off around these extended breaks.
| Holiday | Holiday date | Weekend range | Days | Bridge strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 1, 2027 | Friday, January 1, 2027 – Sunday, January 3, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Coming of Age Day | Jan 11, 2027 | Saturday, January 9, 2027 – Monday, January 11, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| National Foundation Day | Feb 11, 2027 | Thursday, February 11, 2027 – Sunday, February 14, 2027 | 4 | Take Feb 12, 2027 off |
| Emperor's Birthday | Feb 23, 2027 | Saturday, February 20, 2027 – Tuesday, February 23, 2027 | 4 | Take Feb 22, 2027 off |
| Vernal Equinox Day observed | Mar 22, 2027 | Saturday, March 20, 2027 – Monday, March 22, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Showa Day, Constitution Memorial Day, Greenery Day | Apr 29, 2027, May 3, 2027, May 4, 2027 | Thursday, April 29, 2027 – Tuesday, May 4, 2027 | 6 | Take Apr 30, 2027 off |
| Marine Day | Jul 19, 2027 | Saturday, July 17, 2027 – Monday, July 19, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Sep 20, 2027 | Saturday, September 18, 2027 – Monday, September 20, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Autumnal Equinox Day | Sep 23, 2027 | Thursday, September 23, 2027 – Sunday, September 26, 2027 | 4 | Take Sep 24, 2027 off |
| Sports Day | Oct 11, 2027 | Saturday, October 9, 2027 – Monday, October 11, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | Nov 23, 2027 | Saturday, November 20, 2027 – Tuesday, November 23, 2027 | 4 | Take Nov 22, 2027 off |
Source basis: Cabinet Office — national holidays (国民の祝日). Last updated: June 2026.
Disclaimer: Long weekend dates are based on official government sources. Observed dates may vary by region or employer. Always verify important travel or leave dates with the relevant authority.
Frequently asked questions
- How many long weekends are there in 2027?
- Based on the Japan holiday calendar, there are 11 potential long weekends in 2027 (including those requiring a bridge day).
- What is a bridge day?
- A bridge day is a normal working day that falls between a public holiday and the weekend (for example, a Friday when a holiday is on Thursday). Taking PTO on a bridge day turns a 1-day holiday into a 4-day weekend.
- What counts as a long weekend?
- A long weekend is when a public holiday falls next to a Saturday or Sunday, creating three or more consecutive days off. Some long weekends span four or more days when holidays align with existing weekend days.
- Do these long weekends apply to all states or regions?
- Public holiday dates can vary by state, province or territory. The dates shown are based on national-level holidays. Check with your local government or employer for regional variations.
- Can I download these long weekend dates?
- Yes — click the CSV button above to download a spreadsheet-ready file with all long weekend dates for 2027.
Maximize your time off
Use the PTO long weekend optimizer to bridge these 2027 holidays into longer breaks with the fewest possible PTO days.