What are the seasons in Japan by month?

What are the seasons in Japan by month?

What clothes to wear in Japan in October?

In October, long-sleeved shirts or lightweight sweaters are ideal for sunny afternoons. For chillier days a light coat will keep you cozy and comfortable.

What month do flowers bloom in Japan?

Cherry blossoms in Japanese are known as sakura and it would not be an exaggeration to say they are a national obsession. Different varieties of cherry blossoms bloom at different times, but most hit their peak in Tokyo at the end of March to the beginning of April.

What do you wear in Japan in the summer?

It is recommended to wear a thin short-sleeved shirt, a sundress or any clothing made with a breathable fabric, especially from July to August. Shorts are acceptable, except at some shrines or temples. A cap or hat and shades are great to have for sun protection. If you can, bring an umbrella too, in case it rains.

What months are stormy in Japan?

Typhoon season generally lasts from May to October, although typhoons may occasionally occur outside of this time period. In the south of Japan, Okinawa tends to experience more typhoons than the mainland. Northern regions of Japan such as Hokkaido tend to experience fewer typhoons.

What is the coldest month in Japan?

In Japan, January is considered the coldest month of the year. That means temperatures plunging below freezing in Honshu (Japan's main island — this is where Tokyo and Kyoto are located). Or at least reaching single digits (the 30s/40s Fahrenheit).

What is the most beautiful season in Japan?

However, spring and autumn tend to be the most beautiful weather-wise. We'd recommend a trip between March and May or September and November. If you're looking to steer clear of crowds, then a trip in May after Golden Week is for you.

What is the best month to visit Tokyo?

The best time to visit Tokyo is between March and April and September and November. Autumn ushers in colorful foliage and comfortable temperatures. Spring brings in much of the same, but instead of vibrant fall hues, the foliage you'll see here are cherry blossom trees in full bloom.

What are the best and worst months to visit Japan?

The best time to visit Japan is spring (March & April) or autumn (October & November), when days are sunny and dry. During the summer months (May to September), the cities are hot and humid, with heavy rainfall occurring across the country in June & July, except for Hokkaido.

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How many days in Japan is enough?

Ideally, how long for a trip to Japan ? We recommend a minimum of 2 weeks to discover the Japanese archipelago. This is the minimum travel time in Japan to have time to visit Tokyo, Kyoto and their surroundings. For this, we advise you to spend a minimum of 6 nights in Tokyo and 6 nights in the Kyoto region .

Do you need a visa to go to Japan?

You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for tourist/business visa free stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan. You cannot work on a 90-day visa free entry.