Constitution Memorial Day

Constitution Memorial Day
Official name憲法記念日 (Kenpō Kinenbi)
Observed byJapan
TypePublic
SignificanceCelebrates the entering into force of the 1947 Constitution of Japan
DateMay 3
FrequencyAnnual

Constitution Memorial Day (憲法記念日, Kenpō Kinenbi) is a public holiday in Japan. It takes place on May 3 in celebration of the enactment of the 1947 Constitution of Japan. It is a part of the collection of holidays known as Golden Week.[1]