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World Toilet Day

World Toilet Day 2026 in Japan is observed on 木曜日, 19 11月 2026.

World Toilet Day is not an official public holiday in Japan — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Japan observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Japan's official public holidays →
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Date木曜日, 19 11月 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Japan
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World Toilet Day is a public holiday in Japan. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

World Toilet Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Japan. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows World Toilet Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

World Toilet Day observance varies by community and region within Japan. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Toilet Day 2026 in Japan?

World Toilet Day 2026 in Japan is observed on 木曜日, 19 11月 2026.

Is World Toilet Day a public holiday in Japan?

No. World Toilet Day is marked in Japan as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until World Toilet Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has World Toilet Day's date in the surrounding years.

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