Is it better to visit Japan in September or October?

The very best of autumn With typhoon season largely over by the end of September, October offers some of Japan's fairest and most comfortable weather. It's a time of harvest and harvest festivals, outdoor excursions, autumnal hikes and art and culture.



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Fall Weather and Temperatures in Japan Autumn in Japan comprises the months of September, October, and November. In September, temperatures tend to be around 23ºC to 28ºC (73°F to 82°F) in the afternoon and drop to about 18ºC to 21ºC (64°F to 70°F) in the morning and at night.

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October is a very pleasant time of year to visit Tokyo. October features food shows, temple festivals, cultural arts events, film festivals, book festivals, and, of course, Halloween. It is a great month for experiencing many different faces of Tokyo. But best of all, perhaps, is the autumn foliage.

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Rainfall is very low throughout the country in October, and average sunshine hours are high. So, if you prefer moderate temperatures and dry conditions (as many travelers do), October is a good time to travel in Japan.

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The typhoon season in Japan runs from May through October, with most activity from July to September. Typhoons that hit Japan are often accompanied by damaging high tides. Persons living in areas close to the ocean are especially at risk. Landslides are also a serious concern during periods of heavy rain.

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Fewer Crowds In September and October, temperatures are generally still agreeable enough to explore Tokyo's incredible parks and shrines, including Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Meiji Jingu shrine, and Ueno Park.

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In July, August, September, and October you have less than a 50% chance of catching sight of any part of Mount Fuji!

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The domestic crowds associated with August have usually dissipated by September and skies are often clear and blue, although the weather can still be hot and humid.

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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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Is September a good time to visit Tokyo? This is the month when Tokyo glides from summer to autumn. You can enjoy the best of both worlds with quintessential summer activities, such as fireworks displays, and festivals celebrating the arrival of autumnal plants and foods.

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June is the wettest month of the year across Honshu, with tropical showers occurring until early July. In terms of temperature and weather conditions, spring and autumn are typically the most pleasant times of the year to visit Honshu.

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Winter. Winter in Japan lasts from late December to mid-March with temperatures from 30 to 45 F (0 to 8 C). Winter is great for frugal travelers – if you avoid the holidays, winter is one of the cheapest times to visit Japan. After the holidays pass, mid-January to mid-March is also the least crowded time to visit.

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The cherry blossom season usually extends into the months of April and May. And in case you miss this beautiful spectacle, don't worry. From around mid-September till early December, is Koyo season in Japan, a time when beautifully-colored autumn leaves make an appearance.

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Crowds and Costs While foreign tourist numbers begin to pick up in October, this is not such a busy time for Japanese tourists, so many popular places won't be incredibly busy in October.

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