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Best time to visit Tokyo
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Tokyo, Japan
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1-10°C, crisp and clear, occasional snow flurries | low | low |
⚠ Many smaller shops may close for the first few days of the month for New Year. | |
| February | 3-12°C, dry with increasing sunshine | low | low |
⚠ Still quite cool, pack layers. | |
| March | 7-16°C, mild with increasing sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Cherry blossom timing can vary; book accommodation well in advance if targeting peak bloom. | |
| April | 12-21°C, pleasant and sunny | peak | peak |
⚠ Golden Week starts at the end of the month, leading into higher crowds and prices. | |
| May | 17-25°C, warm and mostly sunny | peak | peak |
⚠ Golden Week (first week) brings peak domestic travel and prices. | |
| June | 20-26°C, humid with frequent rain (tsuyu season) | moderate | moderate |
⚠ June is the start of the rainy season, expect damp conditions. | |
| July | 24-30°C, hot and humid, occasional typhoons | high | high |
⚠ Typhoon season officially begins, though direct hits are infrequent. | |
| August | 27-33°C, very hot and humid, high chance of typhoons | high | high |
⚠ August is typically the hottest and most humid month, coupled with typhoon risk. | |
| September | 23-29°C, warm and humid, increasing typhoon risk early | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Typhoon risk is highest in early September. | |
| October | 17-24°C, crisp, clear, and sunny | high | high |
⚠ One of the most pleasant weather windows, but popular. | |
| November | 11-19°C, cool and sunny | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Excellent weather for exploring, especially parks and gardens. | |
| December | 4-13°C, cold but often clear and sunny | moderate | high |
⚠ Prices increase significantly around Christmas and New Year's. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
Celebrated with bean-throwing ceremonies to ward off evil spirits.
Families display ornamental dolls representing the Emperor and his court.
Picnics and gatherings under blooming cherry trees; timing varies by year and location.
A series of national holidays leading to peak domestic travel and festive atmosphere.
One of Tokyo's largest and most famous fireworks displays.
A Buddhist festival honoring ancestors, often involving family reunions and temple visits.
A major event showcasing local and international jazz artists across various venues.
The final professional sumo tournament of the year held in Tokyo.
Insider timing tips
- •The 'tsuyu' (rainy season) in June and early July brings high humidity and frequent rain, making outdoor sightseeing less appealing.
- •August is extremely hot and humid, often exceeding 30°C with high humidity, making it uncomfortable for extensive exploration.
- •While spring (March-April) and autumn (October-November) offer the best weather, they coincide with major holidays and peak tourist seasons, driving up prices and crowds significantly.
- •The shoulder months of late March and early November can offer a good balance of pleasant weather and slightly fewer crowds than peak spring or autumn.
- •Many smaller, independent shops and restaurants may close for several days around the New Year (early January), impacting local experiences.
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