The Emperor's Birthday 2024 in Japan

This year: Friday, February 23, 2024
Next year: Monday, February 24, 2025
Last year: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Type: National Holiday

The Emperor's Birthday Day, which is observed on February 23, signifies the commencement of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it's a National Holiday in many countries.

Is The Emperor's Birthday a National Holiday in Japan?

Yes, The Emperor's Birthday is a National Holiday in Japan. A national holiday is a day designated by a country's government as a day of celebration or commemoration, during which public institutions, schools, and businesses may be closed. These holidays often hold cultural, historical, or religious significance and are observed by the entire nation.

New Year Observances days

Year	Day	Date	Holiday Name	Comments
2018	Sunday	December 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2020	Sunday	February 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2021	Tuesday	February 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2022	Wednesday	February 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2023	Thursday	February 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2024	Friday	February 23	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday
2025	Monday	February 24	The Emperor's Birthday	February 23rd or following Monday if it falls on a Sunday

National Language of Japan

Name:Japanese
Native:日本語
Code:ja

Country Information of Japan

Name:Japan
Capital:Tokyo
Country Code:JP
Emoji:🇯🇵
Phone code:81
Unicode:U+1F1EF U+1F1F5
Currency:JPY
Currency Symbol:¥