When is Silver Week in 2025? Holiday calendar and popular activities
Soon, 2025 (Reiwa 7) will come Autumn holidays Silver Week Is coming.
Silver Week in 2025
Starting Saturday, September 13th!
Monday, September 15th is Respect for the Aged Day, and Tuesday, September 23rd is Autumnal Equinox Day, so there will not be a long holiday. However, if you use your paid leave on Monday, September 22nd,
4-day holiday
It is also possible to do so!
During the Silver Week period, which is a great season for outings,
Season when demand for outdoor activities, leisure, experience, and play increases
..
In this article, based on Activity Japan reservation data Announcement of popularity ranking by prefecture / event / experience tour Explore the popularity trends during Silver Week.
When does Silver Week start and end in 2025?
First of all, When will Silver Week start and end in 2025 (Reiwa 7)? Check the calendar for consecutive holidays including weekends and holidays.
2025 Silver Week Calendar
2025（令和7）年のカレンダーでは,シルバーウィークと呼べるほど大きな連休にはなっていません..
Saturdayが休みであれば,9月13日（土）から9月15日（月・祝）の
3 day weekend
と,間を空けて9月23日（火・祝）が休み,というスケジュールis.
If you use paid leave on Monday, September 22nd, you can work from Saturday, September 20th to Monday, September 23rd (national holiday).
4-day holiday
So,
2 consecutive weeks with 3 or more consecutive holidays
の休みにすることが可能ですね!
The next time Silver Week will be a five-day holiday will be in 2026
Next Silver Week will be a 5-day holiday, Outlook for 2026 is.
20th (Sun) Sunday
21st (Monday) holiday : Respect for the Aged Day
22nd (Tue) holiday (Weekdays sandwiched between public holidays)
23rd (Wed) holiday : Autumnal Equinox Day
According to the 2026 calendar outline published by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, the year 2026 will be: September 21st (Monday) is Respect for the Aged Day , September 23rd (Wednesday) is the Autumnal Equinox According to the provisions of the National Holidays Act, Tuesday, September 22nd is a holiday. It will be.
Including Saturdays and Sundays, The 2026 Silver Week will be a five-day holiday from Saturday, September 19th to Wednesday, September 23rd. ! This is the first time since 2015 that Silver Week will be a five-day holiday. First time in 11 years Since this will be a long holiday, it's a good idea to make travel plans early.
Popular prefectures of Silver Week
" Where to go during Silver Week 2025? ”, and many people are looking for a place to go on a trip or a date.
Below, based on Activity Japan reservation data " Silver Week Activities / Leisure / Experience / Play Popular Prefecture Ranking ” will be introduced!
Ranking of popular prefectures of Silver Week
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The first place
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Okinawa |
|---|---|
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2nd place
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Hokkaido |
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3rd place
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Tokyo |
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4th place
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Yamanashi |
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5th place
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Kanagawa |
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6th place
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Shizuoka |
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7th place
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Gunma |
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8th place
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Shiga |
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9th place
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Kagoshima |
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10th place
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Kyoto |
Okinawa & remote islands are immovable and popular number one!
main island and Ishigaki Island or Miyakojima consisting of isolated islands represented by Okinawa Is ranked as the most popular number one in the prefecture sector following the summer vacation season (July / August).
Okinawa main island Then " Blue cave, Onna village "or" Naha city , " Nago City, Nakijin Village, Kouri Island will be held at popular spots such as Marine activity is popular.
Okinawa remote island Then " Ishigaki Island "or" Miyakojima (Irabu Island, Shimoji Island, Kurima Island, Ikema Island) "Including," Iriomote Island, Yubu Island, Barasu Island, Hatoma Island ” attracts many reservations for various outdoor activities where you can fully enjoy the overwhelming nature.
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Many popular areas including Hokkaido, Kagoshima, and Yamanashi!
During Silver Week in 2024, Hokkaido ・ Otaru of" blue cave cruise "or Kushiro River of" Canoe / kayak ", Kagoshima ・ Yakushima in the Eco Tour / Nature Guided Tour ” reservations are increasing.
" Wake Board "or" Canoe / kayak "Such, water sports Fuji Five Lakes ( Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Motosu, Lake Shoji, Lake Saiko , Lake Yamanaka ) is " Yamanashi "and, Popular as in the previous year ..
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Popular activities of Silver Week
" What do you play during Silver Week? Many people are looking for activities, leisure, experiences, and play while traveling or going out.
Next, "" based on Activity Japan reservation data Silver Week activities / leisure / experiences / play popular events Let's check the trend from.
Popular activity ranking of Silver Week
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The first place
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Snorkeling |
|---|---|
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2nd place
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SUP (SUP) stand-up paddle board |
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3rd place
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Experience diving (beginner OK) |
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4th place
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Canoe / kayak |
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5th place
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Banana boat towing tube |
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6th place
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Rafting |
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7th place
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Sea fishing / fishing boat |
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8th place
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Canyoning / shower climbing |
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9th place
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Deserted Island Tour |
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10th place
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Four-wheeled buggy |
Marine activities to play in the sea are popular!
The Silver Week period, which is often a midsummer day with a maximum temperature of 30 ° C or higher, continues from the summer vacation season (July / August). Various marine activities to play in the sea are popular is.
Above all, " Snorkeling "or" Experience diving , " SUP (SUP) stand-up paddle board "or" Sea fishing / fishing boat ”Tends to be particularly high in demand.
Also," Banana boat towing tube Many reservations are also made for marine activities that can be enjoyed by children and adults together without the need for special skills.
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Pay attention to river activities during Silver Week!
During Silver Week, when the summer heat remains and the climate is comfortable, camp or Barbecue (BBQ) such as The season when you can comfortably enjoy outdoor leisure activities in the mountains and rivers. ..
However, in September 2024, record heat continued for a long period, Canoe / kayak "or" Rafting , " Canyoning / shower climbing Activities that use rivers, lakes, etc. as playing fields have become increasingly popular.
Among them, " Rafting "or" Canyoning / shower climbing River activities such as "" are usually held until around October. The last consecutive holidays of the year where you can enjoy various river activities As a result, reservations tend to fill up.
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Popular tour plans for Silver Week
Finally, based on the activity Japan reservation data, " Silver Week activity / leisure / experience / play popular tour plan ranking I will introduce.
Please use it to compare and consider the tour plan selection to enjoy during Silver Week by referring to the experience location, tour content, price (price) and reputation from user reviews and word-of-mouth experiences.
Silver Week popular experience tour plan ranking
- 4.7
- (2410 reviews and experiences)
[Very popular] We also hold Blue Cave Snorkeling events for people aged 2 to 70! → https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/18400 Another plan [All-you-can-play in the Blue Cave for one day] Equipment rental service is now open! → https://activityjapan.com/pu
- 4.8
- (1000 reviews and experiences)
《100% encounter rate! Sea turtle snorkeling tour》・You can also see clownfish and tropical fish. ・We are extremely confident in your photos! They are sure to look great on social media♪ ・Of course, all data is free. No limit on the number of photos! ・Recommended for friends, couples, and families. ・Since it is a small group tour and is conducted on a shallow coast, it is safe for small children.
- 4.7
- (1173 reviews and experiences)
＊＊＊New masks and snorkels available for purchase＊＊＊ You can take home any purchased items. You can continue to enjoy the ocean of Okinawa after the experience! ＊＊＊We also offer the option to charter a guide＊＊＊Preschoolers and small children are also welcome.
- 4.8
- (141 reviews and experiences)
[The sea of Okinawa that the world is in love with] The sea of Okinawa that is loved by people all over the world! This is a set plan that carefully selects the most popular activities! Enjoy the beautiful ocean with the popular "Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling"! You can enjoy feeding the fish. "Shisa Parasailing" takes a big flight over the blue sea of Uruma City's "Undersea Road", a tourist attraction.
【Ishigaki Island•熱帯雨林】不思議な森マングローブをカヤック/sup体験＆上陸し生き物or植物を知るジャングル大冒険ツアー❗️写真•動画無料/当日OK
- 4.9
- (1194 reviews and experiences)
Ishigaki Islandの天然記念物で市の文化財にも指定されている吹通川マングローブ群落でのカヤック or SUP体験!私たちは『リーズナブルに満足度の高い良い体験を!』をモットーに日々精進しております!島人or島在住のスタッフが案内致します♪川の流れがとても穏orかで,カヤックorSUP初心者の方or小さなお子様から多く
- 4.6
- (142 reviews and experiences)
What a surprise!! This is a valuable course guided by a genuine islander who grew up on the island. It includes popular spots, a phantom island, and secret spots only known to islanders!! If you want to be satisfied, choose this course. Beginners, children and the elderly can participate. It's only natural that you will be satisfied as you will enjoy two spots, the popular lucky sea turtle search and the phantom island!! Sea turtle point
[Hokkaido, Otaru] Blue Cave | Famous Captain's Adventure Let's Go Cruise!
- 4.8
- (161 reviews and experiences)
Otaruの知られざる自然・歴史・文化について話を聞きながら【青の洞窟】を目指すツアー!ボートに乗ったまま【青の洞窟】へご案内いたします..オールウエザー（船室があるタイプ）だからこそ,波しぶきもかからない!雨の日でも快適クルーズが楽しめる!ボートには,オープンデッキスペースもあり海風も感じることもできます
- 4.9
- (3083 reviews and experiences)
☆ Corona Countermeasure Shop ☆ Okinawa Blue Cave Beach Experience Diving ★ Please take a look at the highly rated reviews of 5 stars ♪ Messages from many customers are our treasure! I'm proud! !! Photos and videos taken underwater will be transferred to your smartphone on the spot immediately after diving! The state-of-the-art GOPRO video has already exceeded the capabilities of human eyeballs.
【Miyakojima】当日予約1時間前ok!ボートで行く【幻のユニの浜ツアー】ドローン撮影無料..浜上陸1時間!マンゴーキャンペーン実施中※詳細は写真右
- 4.9
- (614 reviews / experiences)
★★If you come to Miyakojima, you must visit "Yuni no Hama"★★ It's going viral on TikTok as the "best beach in heaven"!! If you come to Miyakojima, you must visit this place! The famous Yuni no Hama tour★ This performance is possible only because the captain and guide are from Miyakojima! It's a very popular photo spot for influencers and models, and a great place for music videos! Make wonderful memories in Miyakojima
- 4.8
- (280 reviews and experiences)
★ウミガメ遭遇率100%更新中★【ツアー詳細】"青の洞窟」は人気のSnorkelingスポット洞窟に差し込む光が波長の関係で青白い光となり広がることで,洞窟内全体が幻想的な青白い輝きに包まれます..当ツアーはビーチエントリーとなります!青の洞窟前で写真撮影をした後,Snorkelingで皆様をウミガメの寝床ま
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