Autumn Equinox in Japan
In 2026, Autumn Equinox falls on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
About Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox is a public holiday in Japan rooted in both Buddhist and Shinto traditions. It marks a period for visiting ancestral graves, known as Ohigan, to pay respects and offer prayers for departed family members. The day serves as a time for spiritual reflection and appreciation of the changing seasons.
Autumn Equinox dates in Japan
Observance dates for Autumn Equinox across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 Sep 2023 | Saturday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2024 | 22 Sep 2024 | Sunday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2025 | 23 Sep 2025 | Tuesday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2026This year | 23 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2027 | 23 Sep 2027 | Thursday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2028 | 22 Sep 2028 | Friday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2029 | 23 Sep 2029 | Sunday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2030 | 23 Sep 2030 | Monday | Autumn Equinox |
| 2031 | 23 Sep 2031 | Tuesday | Autumn Equinox |
23 Sep 2023
Saturday · Autumn Equinox
22 Sep 2024
Sunday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2025
Tuesday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2026
Wednesday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2027
Thursday · Autumn Equinox
22 Sep 2028
Friday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2029
Sunday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2030
Monday · Autumn Equinox
23 Sep 2031
Tuesday · Autumn Equinox
