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.



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November is a great time to travel through central and southern/western Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. Although Hokkaido and the northern Honshu region of Tohoku are not necessarily bad in November, the colder temperatures and early fall (the leaves turn in Hokkaido in October) keep many visitors away at this time.

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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.

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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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Early November tends to be a bit warmer. Temperatures may fluctuate a bit during the day, and the evenings can get a bit chilly. It's a good idea to wear a lightweight jacket or sweater—especially in late November. November is relatively dry, with 96 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall on average.

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In Aomori, Akita, and Iwate, snow begins to fall around mid-November, while in Yamagata, Miyagi, and Fukushima, it will start snowing in late November.

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November is the coolest month of autumn in Osaka, with an average temperature of 13.6°C (56°F) and an average rainfall of around 70 mm (2.8 inches). The weather is mostly sunny and clear, but you may encounter some frost or fog in the early morning or late night.

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For most of Japan, November brings brisk air, clear skies, and radiant autumn foliage, making it a pleasant month to travel.

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Shorts, jeans, and camisoles are perfectly fine to wear as long as you don't plan on attending religious sites. While denim isn't a popular fashion choice for those beyond their teen years, black jeans are more acceptable due to their versatile nature.

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The recommended arrival airport in Japan would then be Narita International Airport (NRT) or Haneda International Airport (HND) as mentioned in the West Coast and East Coast sections, as they are well-connected to domestic destinations across Japan.

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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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