How many days until Mountain Day in Japan 2027?
As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 284 days until Mountain Day 2027 (山の日), on Wednesday 11 August 2027.
The count above was calculated when this page was published. With JavaScript on, the page recounts live on your own clock.
Key facts
- Date: Wednesday 11 August 2027.
- Observed in: Japan.
- How the date is set: Mountain Day is always 11 August.
- Dates last checked: 30 October 2026.
Live countdown to Mountain Day 2027 (山の日), on Wednesday 11 August 2027. See the days, weeks and weekdays left and the upcoming dates.
Days to go
- 284 days, or 40 weeks and 4 days
- 202 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between
- It falls on a Wednesday
When are the next dates for Mountain Day in Japan?
Mountain Day 2027 (山の日) is on Wednesday 11 August 2027, and Mountain Day 2028 (山の日) is on Friday 11 August 2028.
| Year | Date | Days left |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 11 August 2027 | 284 |
| 2028 | Friday 11 August 2028 | 650 |
| 2029 | Saturday 11 August 2029 | 1015 |
| 2030 | Sunday 11 August 2030 | 1380 |
| 2031 | Monday 11 August 2031 | 1745 |
How is the date of Mountain Day in Japan set?
Mountain Day is always 11 August.
Mountain Day (山の日, Yama no Hi) is a national holiday to appreciate mountains and their blessings. It was first observed in 2016 and is the newest of Japan's national holidays.
It falls just before Obon, so it often extends the summer break.
Sources
Dates last checked on 30 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many days until Mountain Day in Japan 2027?
- As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 284 days until Mountain Day 2027 (山の日), on Wednesday 11 August 2027. That is 40 weeks and 4 days, with 202 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between. The live counter on this page uses your own time zone.
- What date is Mountain Day in Japan 2027?
- Mountain Day 2027 (山の日) falls on Wednesday 11 August 2027. Mountain Day is always 11 August.
- When is Mountain Day in Japan in 2028?
- Mountain Day 2028 (山の日) falls on Friday 11 August 2028.
- Is Mountain Day in Japan always on the same date?
- Yes. Mountain Day is always 11 August. Only the day of the week changes from year to year.