Japan calendar countdown
Respect for the Aged Day is getting closer.
Respect for the Aged Day falls on the 3rd Monday in September, honouring older people and celebrating longevity.
Dates for 2026 to 2028 are listed below
Respect for the Aged Day
The date follows Japan's usual national holiday rule for the third Monday in September.
About Respect for the Aged Day in Japan
The idea began in 1947 in a village in Hyogo Prefecture, which held an event for older residents, and it became a national holiday in 1966. Japan has one of the highest life expectancies in the world, so the day is a prominent one. Local governments hold ceremonies, and relatives often visit grandparents with gifts, flowers or a meal together.
When is Respect for the Aged Day in Japan?
Respect for the Aged Day is the third Monday in September, giving 21 September 2026, 20 September 2027 and 18 September 2028.
| Calendar | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | Monday 21 September 2026 | Monday 20 September 2027 | Monday 18 September 2028 |
Planning around Respect for the Aged Day
If you are visiting relatives, book restaurants early, and check whether the equinox holiday a few days later creates a longer break that raises travel demand. Work out shifts and childcare cover with the free shift planner, or browse every holiday countdown.
Respect for the Aged Day questions
How many days until Respect for the Aged Day in Japan?
The live counter at the top of this page shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds left until the next Respect for the Aged Day in Japan, using the time zone you choose. The dates for 2026 to 2028 are in the table above.
When is Respect for the Aged Day in 2027 in Japan?
Respect for the Aged Day falls on Monday 20 September 2027 in Japan.
What is Silver Week in Japan?
Silver Week is a run of consecutive days off in September, created when Respect for the Aged Day and the autumnal equinox holiday fall close enough that the day between is also a holiday. It occurs only in some years.