Immigration News - Government agency updates, Asia-Pacific, Japan Japan | Immigration office closures during 2026 Obon holiday period Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) August 10, 2026 Japan’s Immigration Services Agency announced government office closures for the 2026 Obon holiday period. Key takeaways: Local immigration and residency offices in Japan will close certain days during the Obon holiday period. Some services, such as immigration and customs at airports, are excluded from holiday closures and will continue to operate as normal. 2026 Obon holiday immigration office closures Aug. 9, 2026 Aug. 11, 2026 Aug. 15, 2026 Aug. 16, 2026 Aug. 22, 2026 This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. Copyright © 2026 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.
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