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Countdowns in Japan

Live countdowns to Shōgatsu, White Day, Golden Week and Japan's biggest days.

Next up in Japan: Shōgatsu (New Year) on Friday, January 1, 2027 — 128 days away.

Upcoming holidays & events in Japan

Dates are the observed calendar dates in Japan. Linked events open a live, shareable countdown.

Japan countdown FAQ

What is the next holiday in Japan?

Shōgatsu (New Year) is next — Friday, January 1, 2027, 128 days from now. After that: White Day (Mar 14, 2027), Golden Week begins (Apr 29, 2027).

How many days until Shōgatsu (New Year)?

128 days until Shōgatsu (New Year) — it falls on Friday, January 1, 2027. Open its countdown for a live clock counting down the days, hours, minutes and seconds.

Do these dates stay current?

Yes. Each date rolls forward automatically once it passes, so this page always shows the NEXT Shōgatsu (New Year) and every other upcoming date — nothing here goes stale.

Can I share one of these countdowns?

Events with their own countdown page are linked above — share that link and everyone sees the same live countdown to the same moment.

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