What is the mandatory 5-day annual leave consumption rule?

Employers are legally required to ensure that any employee granted 10 or more days of annual leave takes at least 5 days off within one year of grant, subject to labor penalties.

How long are unused paid leave days valid before expiring?

Statutory paid leave carries a 2-year statute of limitations. Unused days roll over for exactly one additional year before expiring.

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Japan Annual Paid Leave Entitlement Calculator 2026 (Yukyu)

Calculate statutory annual paid leave entitlements in Japan under Labor Standards Act Article 39 (up to 20 days/year), part-time proportional grant tables, and the mandatory 5-day annual usage requirement.

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Calculated Result

New Annual Leave Granted

12days

Total Usable Leave Days

17days

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Unused Leave Carried Over from Prior Year

New Annual Leave Granted

12days

Total Usable Leave Days

17days

Mandatory Annual Consumption

5 days

Because 10+ days are granted, labor law mandates taking at least 5 days of leave within the year.

Paid Leave Composition

New Statutory Grant

12(71%)

Carried Forward

5(29%)

Calculated under Labor Standards Act Art. 39 minimum standards. Requires an 80%+ attendance rate during the qualifying period. Paid leave expires after 2 years.

This calculator is a mathematical model for general financial estimation, planning, and educational guidance. Results depend on your inputs and standard formulas, and do not constitute binding financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Official Statute: 労働基準法第39条 (年次有給休暇の付与日数基準・比例付与・年5日取得義務化)Last Verified: 2026-09-03

Calculation Methodology

Grant Days: 6m (10d) -> 1.5yr (11d) -> 2.5yr (12d) -> 3.5yr (14d) -> 4.5yr (16d) -> 5.5yr (18d) -> 6.5yr+ (20d max).

Frequently Asked Questions

1) Continuous employment for at least 6 months, and 2) Attendance of 80% or more of all scheduled working days during the qualification period.

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