The Japanese lucky calendar for 2026 has just been released, and it shows the birthdays considered "most auspicious in the new year," according to Japanese folk tradition. This ranking, widely followed each year, draws on beliefs related to Japanese astrology and numerology to predict the luckiest or most auspicious birth days for success, health, and fulfillment over the next 12 months.
What does this calendar consist of?
This calendar, called "やくしレフの運の良い誕生日ランキング" (ranking of the luckiest birthdays), lists the 124 birth dates according to their potential luck in 2026. It is used as a fun and symbolic guide to see if the coming year will bring good fortune for oneself or loved ones. Many Japanese consult this ranking for amusement, to envision a positive year, or as a source of personal motivation and small rituals (lucky charms, wishes, talismans).
the japanese luck calendar is out, how lucky is your 2026 based on your birthday? 👀 pic.twitter.com/0rvVFYPTY0
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The top 5 luckiest dates for 2026
Here are the top birth dates in the ranking for the year 2026:
- 5月29日 (May 29)
- 6月1日 (June 1)
- 6月10日 (June 10)
- 7月9日 (July 9)
- 2月5日 (February 5)
Being born on one of these dates, according to the Japanese lucky calendar, promises a particularly favorable 2026, marked by luck, success in projects, or exceptional positive energy.
Explanations and cultural significance
This type of calendar reflects the importance in Japan of traditions linking birth date to destiny, where it is believed that certain days possess a particular energy or vibration that can influence the course of life. For many, it is an annual curiosity, but some people like to draw encouragement from it, use it as a basis for rituals to start the year well, or even choose dates for significant events (weddings, career launches, etc.).
In summary, the Japanese lucky calendar is a lighthearted reminder that it is pleasant to believe in good fortune and the new opportunities that accompany each new year.
