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Japan Embassy and Consulates in Nepal
1 Diplomatic Missions
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Japan Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal
P.O.Box No. 264 Panipokhari, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Phone: 977-1-4426-680
Working hours: Close now
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Japan may close on the following Nepalese and Japanese holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Respect for the Aged Day | Monday, September 21 | 3 weeks, 4 days |
| Bridge Public holiday | Tuesday, September 22 | 3 weeks, 5 days |
| Autumn Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 3 weeks, 6 days |
| Sports Day | Monday, October 12 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Culture Day | Tuesday, November 03 | 2 months, 1 week |
| 7-5-3 Day | Sunday, November 15 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | Monday, November 23 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| December Solstice | Tuesday, December 22 | 3 months, 3 weeks |
| Christmas | Friday, December 25 | 3 months, 4 weeks |
| December 31 Bank Holiday | Thursday, December 31 | 4 months |
| New Year's Day | Friday, January 01 | 4 months |
1. How many Japanese Embassies/Consulates are there in Nepal?
Japan currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Nepal including and Kathmandu.
2 - Do Nepalese citizens need a visa for Japan?
Nepalese citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Japan. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Japan in Nepal for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Japanese embassies in Nepal?
The Japanese representative offices in Nepal will be closed in observance of the following Nepalese and Japanese holidays in 2026/2024:
- Respect for the Aged Day (JP) Mon, Sep 21, 2026 (3 weeks, 5 days)
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Time in Japan vs Nepal
Tokyo, Japan time is 3:45 hours ahead of Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
22:52PMTuesday, August 25, 2026
Tokyo, Japan
02:07AMWednesday, August 26, 2026