Japan calendar countdown
Culture Day is getting closer.
Culture Day falls on 3rd November and celebrates freedom, peace, and culture in Japan.
Dates for 2026 to 2028 are listed below
Culture Day in Japan
Public events often include cultural exhibitions and awards. A substitute holiday may apply when a national holiday falls on Sunday.
About Culture Day in Japan
The date was chosen because Japan's postwar constitution was promulgated on 3 November 1946, and before that it had been the birthday of the Meiji Emperor. On the day, the Order of Culture is conferred at the Imperial Palace on people who have made outstanding contributions to arts and science. Many museums and galleries run special exhibitions and open days.
When is Culture Day in Japan?
Culture Day is fixed on 3 November every year, and a substitute holiday is normally given when it falls on a Sunday.
| Calendar | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | Tuesday 3 November 2026 | Wednesday 3 November 2027 | Friday 3 November 2028 |
Planning around Culture Day
Look for free or discounted admission at national and local museums and galleries, and arrive early at popular exhibitions, which can fill quickly during the long weekend. Work out shifts and childcare cover with the free shift planner, or browse every holiday countdown.
Culture Day questions
How many days until Culture Day in Japan?
The live counter at the top of this page shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds left until the next Culture Day in Japan, using the time zone you choose. The dates for 2026 to 2028 are in the table above.
When is Culture Day in 2027 in Japan?
Culture Day falls on Wednesday 3 November 2027 in Japan.
What is the Order of Culture?
It is a Japanese honour awarded for outstanding contributions to culture, such as art, literature or science. Recipients are announced beforehand, and the Emperor presents the awards at a ceremony around Culture Day.