| Holiday | Date |
| New Year’s Day (shogatsu) | 1 January 2013 |
| Coming of Age (seijin no hi) | 14-Jan-13 |
| Beginning of spring (setsubun) | 11 February 2013 |
| National Foundation Day (kenkoku kinenbi) | 11 February 2013 |
| Vernal Equinox Day (shunbun no hi) | 20 March 2013 |
| Showa Day (Showa no hi) | 29 April 2013 |
| Constitution Day (kenpo kinenbi) | 3 May 2013 |
| Greenery Day (midori no hi) | 4-May-13 |
| Children’s Day (kodomo no hi) | 6-May-13 |
| Navy Day or Marine Day (umi no hi) | 15 July 2013 |
| Respect for the Aged Day (keiro no hi) | 16 September 2013 |
| Autumn Equinox Day (shubun no hi) | 23 September 2013 |
| Health and Sports Day (taiiku no hi) | 14 October 2013 |
| Culture Day (bunka no hi) | 4-Nov-13 |
| Labour Thanksgiving Day (kinro kansha no hi) | 25-Nov-13 |
| Emperor’s Birthday (tenno no tanjobi) | 23 December 2013 |
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Bank Holidays in Japan
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on May 22, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: June 11, 2018
Key Takeaways
- Japan observes a set number of bank/trading holidays annually, impacting financial operations.
- Golden Week in early May and Silver Week in September create extended market closures.
- Substitute holidays occur when a holiday falls on a weekend, shifting the observed day.
- These holiday patterns are consistent and predictable, aiding in trading and settlement planning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a substitute holiday?
When a public holiday falls on a weekend, the next weekday is observed as a substitute, ensuring the market remains closed.
What are Golden Week and Silver Week?
Golden Week spans several consecutive holidays in late April–early May; Silver Week is a rare extended holiday in September when specific public holidays align.
How do these holidays affect trading?
Banks and markets close on public and substitute holidays, so transactions and settlements are paused, affecting liquidity and processing timelines.
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