In Japan, the idea of lucky days is a big part of both tradition and modern life. Whether it’s choosing a wedding date or the right time to start something new, certain days are thought to bring more good fortune than others. And it’s not just about the calendar—birthdays are included in this, too, with what’s called “Japan’s Lucky Birthday List.”
What Is the Lucky Birthday List?
The Lucky Birthday List is basically a fun, cultural thing that points out certain days in the year as being extra lucky for people born on them. There’s no official backing from the government or any scientific proof, but the idea taps into Japan’s love for finding meaning in symbols, numbers, and luck in everyday life.
Whether it’s rooted in old calendar systems, cultural traditions, or just good vibes, the belief is that some days hold more potential for happiness, success, and positive energy. If you happen to be born on one of these days, it’s said you’ve got a bit of an advantage, with the universe quietly giving you a boost.
A Tradition Rooted in Symbolism
Japan’s fascination with lucky days has been around for centuries. They have a system called “rokuyo,” which breaks the lunar calendar into six days, each with a different level of luck. Taian, for example, is the day everyone aims for because it’s considered the luckiest, while Butsumetsu is the one to avoid.
Birthdays take this idea to a personal level. Being born on a “lucky” day often gives people a little extra confidence, like the universe is in their corner. Families also tend to celebrate these birthdays with even more excitement, feeling like their loved one is set up for good things.
The 2025 Edition of the Lucky Birthday List
With 2025 just around the corner, it’s time to check out the updated Lucky Birthday List, featuring the top 100 luckiest birthdays for the year. This fresh list combines old traditions with a new outlook, so you can see if your birthday—or the birthday of someone close to you—has made the cut.
Will 2025 be your lucky year? Scroll down to see if your birthday is on the list! If it is, congrats—this might just be the year you really shine!
Top 100 Lucky Birthdays
| Rank | Birthday |
|---|---|
| 1 | January 5 |
| 2 | February 14 |
| 3 | March 3 |
| 4 | April 22 |
| 5 | May 1 |
| 6 | June 17 |
| 7 | July 29 |
| 8 | August 12 |
| 9 | September 18 |
| 10 | October 5 |
| 11 | November 11 |
| 12 | December 23 |
| 13 | February 7 |
| 14 | March 18 |
| 15 | May 20 |
| 16 | July 10 |
| 17 | September 2 |
| 18 | October 20 |
| 19 | November 27 |
| 20 | December 2 |
| 21 | January 17 |
| 22 | February 26 |
| 23 | April 4 |
| 24 | May 30 |
| 25 | June 6 |
| 26 | August 8 |
| 27 | October 15 |
| 28 | December 8 |
| 29 | March 1 |
| 30 | May 7 |
| 31 | July 16 |
| 32 | September 13 |
| 33 | November 2 |
| 34 | February 25 |
| 35 | April 10 |
| 36 | June 21 |
| 37 | August 1 |
| 38 | October 1 |
| 39 | December 14 |
| 40 | January 28 |
| 41 | March 14 |
| 42 | May 11 |
| 43 | July 3 |
| 44 | September 6 |
| 45 | November 15 |
| 46 | February 9 |
| 47 | April 30 |
| 48 | June 29 |
| 49 | August 21 |
| 50 | October 25 |
| 51 | December 4 |
| 52 | January 12 |
| 53 | March 27 |
| 54 | May 14 |
| 55 | July 20 |
| 56 | September 27 |
| 57 | November 18 |
| 58 | February 1 |
| 59 | April 6 |
| 60 | June 15 |
| 61 | August 5 |
| 62 | October 8 |
| 63 | December 31 |
| 64 | January 3 |
| 65 | March 6 |
| 66 | May 18 |
| 67 | July 13 |
| 68 | September 15 |
| 69 | November 8 |
| 70 | February 28 |
| 71 | April 28 |
| 72 | June 4 |
| 73 | August 30 |
| 74 | October 18 |
| 75 | December 27 |
| 76 | January 25 |
| 77 | March 10 |
| 78 | May 25 |
| 79 | July 7 |
| 80 | September 24 |
| 81 | November 23 |
| 82 | February 19 |
| 83 | April 18 |
| 84 | June 10 |
| 85 | August 16 |
| 86 | October 11 |
| 87 | December 20 |
| 88 | January 7 |
| 89 | March 30 |
| 90 | May 27 |
| 91 | July 24 |
| 92 | September 10 |
| 93 | November 5 |
| 94 | February 12 |
| 95 | April 16 |
| 96 | June 26 |
| 97 | August 25 |
| 98 | October 28 |
| 99 | December 6 |
| 100 | January 22 |