New Year's Day
Japan· Public holiday
Travel impact: High
- Date
- Fri, 1 Jan 2027
- Local name
- 元日
- Public holiday
- Nationwide
Background
The first day of the Gregorian calendar year—a near-universal public holiday marking a fresh start.
Impact on travellers
Government offices and banks are usually closed; some shops shorten hours. Transport and popular areas can be busier around New Year’s Eve.
Extra notes
Many businesses closed for several days around New Year.
Sources
- Status
- ConfirmedChecked against official or authoritative public sources
- Last reviewed
- Sun, 26 Jul 2026
- www8.cao.go.jp/chosei/shukujitsu/gaiyou.htmlhttps://www8.cao.go.jp/chosei/shukujitsu/gaiyou.html
- date.nager.athttps://date.nager.at/api/v3/PublicHolidays/2027/JP
Cabinet Office national holiday table for 2026–2027 (祝日), including 振替休日 and 国民の休日; festivals remain curated travel picks.
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