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Climate & seasons

When to go to Japan?

Monthly averages over the past 5 years (Open-Meteo).

Avoid

  • January
  • February
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • December
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Our take
Weather
High 2° 3° 8° 14° 17° 21° 25° 26° 23° 16° 11° 5°
Rain (mm) 39 56 125 122 178 203 235 218 198 113 67 51
Hiking & nature Hiking & nature October
City sightseeing City sightseeing April City sightseeing October City sightseeing November
Winter sports Winter sports January Winter sports February Winter sports March Winter sports December

What to do by season (autumn)

  • Hiking & nature

    Mild temperatures, stable conditions.

  • City sightseeing

    Pedestrian-friendly most of the year.

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Before you go to Japan

Data checked on 10/09/2026

Plugs and power

100V 50 Hz

Plug types A B

Drive on the left

Emergency numbers

110
Police
119
Ambulance
119
Fire brigade

Tipping

No tipping in Japan; it can even cause embarrassment. Service is included everywhere, restaurants and taxis alike.

Upcoming public holidays

  1. Sports Day
  2. Culture Day
  3. Labour Thanksgiving Day
  4. New Year's Day
  5. Coming of Age Day
  6. Foundation Day

In depth

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