Should you travel to Japan in winter?


Should you travel to Japan in winter? Visiting Japan in winter means relaxing in an outdoor hot spring, savoring seasonal food, or checking out the local wildlife! It all depends on what you want out of your vacation. Read on for our winter in Japan travel guide!


Is January a bad time to go to Tokyo?

January tends to be clear and cold. It rains or snows a few times during the month. The snow usually doesn't stick. Most businesses are closed from December 29th to January 3rd for the shogatsu (New Year's) holiday.


How much should I budget for 7 days in Japan?

The cost for one person to visit Japan for a week is 155 000 ¥ – 200 000 ¥ (1200 USD – 1500 USD) (bare in mind that it depends on the person/ offers/ period/ and preferences). Food: On average per day a moderate budget tourist spends about 4,500 ¥ on food.


What is the prettiest month in Japan?

April. Besides autumn, April is often considered the best time to visit Japan because the cherry blossom are in bloom and the weather is pleasantly mild.


Is it better to go to Japan in winter or spring?

The best time to visit Japan is between March and May and between September and November as it's both warm and dry between these periods. However, the joys of springtime and the iconic blooming of the cherry blossoms in Japan are no secret, which means you'll be sharing the space with plenty of other travellers.


Is Tokyo crowded in January?

Low season (December to February and June to July) is the best time for avoiding the crowds. Tokyo is quiet during the winter period, with the exception of the latter half of December when locals head out to end-of-year work parties and get-togethers.


Why is November expensive in Japan?

Cherry blossom and autumn foliage times (usually around early April and mid-November, respectively) are peak season for Japanese travelers, meaning peak hotel rates. Traveling during the off-season (late autumn through March, except for the New Year's holiday season) can save you a bundle.


What is the off season for Japan?

The low Japanese seasons are the two months of summer, and particularly the months of December, January and February. Winter is undoubtedly the least-visited season of the year for tourists.


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 .