Japan
Japan Travel Guide
Cherry blossoms, temples, ramen alleys, and bullet trains-a first-timer guide to Tokyo, Kyoto, and beyond.
Japan
Japan Travel Guide
Live weather
Tokyo
22°C
Mainly clear
Humidity 87%Wind 5 km/h
Typical climate
Four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid with typhoon risk; winters are cold in the north. Spring and autumn are the sweet spots for sightseeing.
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Tokyo
Best time to visit
- Mar–Apr: cherry blossom season-book early, magical but busy.
- Oct–Nov: crisp autumn foliage in Kyoto and Nikko.
- Dec–Feb: winter illuminations, skiing in Hokkaido, fewer crowds in cities.
Temperature ranges
Spring
8–20°C
Layers for cool mornings.
Summer
24–32°C
Humid; carry a fan.
Autumn/Winter
2–15°C
Warm coat for evenings.
Clothing suggestions
- Comfortable walking shoes-you'll walk 15k+ steps daily.
- Modest layers for temples; remove shoes where required.
- Light packable rain jacket year-round.
- Smart-casual outfit for nicer restaurants.
Packing essentials
- IC card (Suica/PASMO) or mobile wallet for transit.
- Universal adapter (Type A), power bank.
- Cash-many shrines and small eateries are cash-only.
- Pocket Wi-Fi or eSIM for navigation.
Top attractions
- Tokyo: Shibuya, Senso-ji, teamLab, Tsukiji outer market.
- Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama bamboo, Gion evenings.
- Osaka: street food in Dotonbori, Osaka Castle.
- Day trips: Mt Fuji views, Nara deer park, Hiroshima.
- Onsen towns: Hakone or Beppu for hot springs.