Hiroshima Memorial Day in Japan
In 2026, Hiroshima Memorial Day falls on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
About Hiroshima Memorial Day
Hiroshima Memorial Day honors the victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. It serves as a somber day for peace advocacy and reflection, with a memorial service held at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Japanese citizens observe this day to pray for the souls of those lost and to promote global nuclear disarmament.
Hiroshima Memorial Day dates in Japan
Observance dates for Hiroshima Memorial Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 Aug 2023 | Sunday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2024 | 6 Aug 2024 | Tuesday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2025 | 6 Aug 2025 | Wednesday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2026This year | 6 Aug 2026 | Thursday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2027 | 6 Aug 2027 | Friday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2028 | 6 Aug 2028 | Sunday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2029 | 6 Aug 2029 | Monday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2030 | 6 Aug 2030 | Tuesday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
| 2031 | 6 Aug 2031 | Wednesday | Hiroshima Memorial Day |
6 Aug 2023
Sunday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2024
Tuesday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2025
Wednesday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2026
Thursday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2027
Friday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2028
Sunday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2029
Monday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2030
Tuesday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
6 Aug 2031
Wednesday · Hiroshima Memorial Day
