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Children’s Day (Japan) is coming up.

Wednesday, 5 May 2027

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About Children’s Day (Japan)

A national holiday in Japan, when families fly carp-shaped koinobori streamers.

In 2027 it falls on a Wednesday; in 2028 it’s on Friday 5 May, and in 2029 on Saturday 5 May. Also in May 2027: World Portuguese Language Day (5 May), Cinco de Mayo (5 May) and National Hoagie Day (5 May). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.

How we work out the date
It’s on 5 May every year.
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A fixed date in the Gregorian calendar, the same every year.

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Dates

YearDate
2027Wednesday, 5 May
2028Friday, 5 May
2029Saturday, 5 May
2030Sunday, 5 May
2031Monday, 5 May
2032Wednesday, 5 May
2033Thursday, 5 May
2034Friday, 5 May
2035Saturday, 5 May
2036Monday, 5 May

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