Children's Day is al voorbij.
vrijdag 5 mei 2023
Key facts
- Date
- vrijdag 5 mei 2023
- Day of week
- vrijdag
- Scope
- Nationale feestdag
- Type
- Public holiday
- ISO week
- 18
- Day of year
- 125
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Currency
- JPY
Make the most of the long weekend
Take vrijdag off to enjoy a long weekend around Children's Day in 2023.
Nearby years
Frequently asked questions
In Japan, Children's Day falls on 5 mei 2023 in 2023.
In 2023, Children's Day is on a vrijdag.
In Japan, Children's Day is a national public holiday observed across the whole country.
Children's Day was on 5 mei 2023.
The next Children's Day in Japan is on 6 mei 2024.
Other holidays in Japan in 2023
- New Year's Day (元日)2 jan
- Coming of Age Day (成人の日)9 jan
- Foundation Day (建国記念の日)11 feb
- The Emperor's Birthday (天皇誕生日)23 feb
- Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日)21 mrt
- Shōwa Day (昭和の日)29 apr
- Constitution Memorial Day (憲法記念日)3 mei
- Greenery Day (みどりの日)4 mei
- Marine Day (海の日)17 jul
- Mountain Day (山の日)11 aug
- Respect for the Aged Day (敬老の日)18 sep
- Autumnal Equinox Day (秋分の日)23 sep
- Sports Day (スポーツの日)9 okt
- Culture Day (文化の日)3 nov
- Labour Thanksgiving Day (勤労感謝の日)23 nov
Data source
Holiday information for Children's Day in Japan (2023) reviewed and last updated 11 augustus 2026. Always confirm with official sources before planning.
Official source https://www8.cao.go.jp/syukujitsu/