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Culture Day 2027

Culture Day is a national holiday on 3 November 2027, marked by the Order of Culture ceremony at the Imperial Palace and by exhibitions and concerts across Japan.

Nijubashi bridge over the Imperial Palace moat with the Fushimi Yagura turret beyond the trees
Illustrative photo of Japan, not from this event.
Photo: lumoplank, CC0

About

The Cabinet Office list of national holidays for 2027 gives 3 November as Culture Day. The holiday is held on the same date every year.

The Order of Culture is presented at the Imperial Palace, where the emperor hands the honour to people recognised for major contributions to culture, the arts and science, according to Nippon.com.

Around the holiday the government, local authorities and private groups hold art festivals, concerts and exhibitions, and many museums and galleries run special events or offer free admission.

Highlights

  • Public holiday on 3 November 2027
  • Order of Culture ceremony at the Imperial Palace
  • Art festivals, concerts and exhibitions nationwide
  • Special events or free admission at many museums

Details

Date
3 Nov 2027
Venue
Imperial Palace, Tokyo, and venues across Japan
Where
Japan
Organiser
Government of Japan (Cabinet Office)
Status
Confirmed
3 Nov 2027
Imperial Palace, Tokyo, and venues across Japan

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