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憲法記念日

Constitution Memorial Day

Wednesday, 6 May 2026 · Japan · Nationwide · Public holiday

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Bridge day check

Falls midweek on a Wednesday. It splits the week rather than extending the weekend, so bridging costs two days of leave either side.

What the day is for

Marks the 1947 postwar constitution and sits in the middle of Golden Week — the run of holidays from 29 April to 5 May that forms the longest continuous break in the Japanese working year.

Do shops and banks close?

Offices and banks close for most of the week; shops, restaurants and attractions run at peak capacity.

Getting around

Shinkansen reserved seats sell out weeks ahead and expressways jam. The worst week of the year for unplanned travel.

See the full Japan holiday calendar or count the working days.