Sports Day in 🇯🇵 Japan
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Sports Day in Japan
Sports Day (Taiiku no Hi) on the second Monday of October originally commemorated the 1964 Tokyo Olympics; renamed Health and Sports Day and later Sports Day, it promotes physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
About Sports Day
Public holiday dedicated to physical fitness and sporting participation, celebrating athletic achievement and encouraging citizens to engage in sports, exercise, and healthy competition.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Oct. 14 | Monday |
| 2025 | Oct. 13 | Monday |
| 2026 | Oct. 12 | Monday |
| 2027 | Oct. 11 | Monday |
| 2028 | Oct. 9 | Monday |
| 2029 | Oct. 8 | Monday |
| 2030 | Oct. 14 | Monday |