Holiday Calendar
Shiga Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for Japan applicable to Shiga.
Total Holidays
16
Next Holiday
Shōwa Day
Days Until Next
14
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
元日 | New Year's Day | Public |
Jan 12, 2026 Monday |
成人の日 | Coming of Age Day | Public |
Feb 11, 2026 Wednesday |
建国記念の日 | Foundation Day | Public |
Feb 23, 2026 Monday |
天皇誕生日 | The Emperor's Birthday | Public |
Mar 20, 2026 Friday |
春分の日 | Vernal Equinox Day | Public |
Apr 29, 2026 Wednesday |
昭和の日 | Shōwa Day | Public |
May 4, 2026 Monday |
憲法記念日 | Constitution Memorial Day | Public |
May 4, 2026 Monday |
みどりの日 | Greenery Day | Public |
May 5, 2026 Tuesday |
こどもの日 | Children's Day | Public |
Jul 20, 2026 Monday |
海の日 | Marine Day | Public |
Aug 11, 2026 Tuesday |
山の日 | Mountain Day | Public |
Sep 21, 2026 Monday |
敬老の日 | Respect for the Aged Day | Public |
Sep 23, 2026 Wednesday |
秋分の日 | Autumnal Equinox Day | Public |
Oct 12, 2026 Monday |
スポーツの日 | Sports Day | Public |
Nov 3, 2026 Tuesday |
文化の日 | Culture Day | Public |
Nov 23, 2026 Monday |
勤労感謝の日 | Labour Thanksgiving Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Shiga have in 2026?
Shiga follows the national holiday calendar of Japan, which has 16 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Shiga?
The next public holiday applicable to Shiga is Shōwa Day on April 29, 2026.
Are national holidays in Japan observed in Shiga?
Yes. All national public holidays of Japan are observed in Shiga. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Shiga?
Yes, banks and government offices in Shiga are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Shiga?
New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Japan, and is therefore observed in Shiga.
Do schools close on public holidays in Shiga?
Yes, schools in Shiga are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by Japan.
What currency is used in Shiga?
The official currency of Shiga is the same as Japan: Japanese yen.
What is the weather like in Shiga?
Check the current 8-day weather forecast for Shiga on our Weather page.